THE INVASION OF THE CRIMEA.
Small results gained by the Allies—Sudden determination to attack
Sevastopol—Russian position in the Trans-Caucasian
provinces—Conditions under which the Crimea was invaded—The
allied Armada sails from Varna to Eupatoria—Landing effected at
“Old Fort”—The move to Sevastopol; the order of march—The enemy
on the Alma river, opposes the advance of the
Allies—Description of the field of battle; strength and
position of the enemy—Commencement of the battle of the
Alma—Advance of the Light and the Second Divisions—Deployment
of the First Division—Advance of the Guards and Highland
Brigades—Defeat of the Russians—No pursuit—Losses—Bravery and
steadiness of the British troops—The Allies lose valuable time
after the battle—Arriving at last before their objective,
Sevastopol, they refuse to attack it—General description of
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