The Ninety-Fifth, The Derbyshire Regiment In The Crimea is a historical book written by Harold Carmichael Wylly and first published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the involvement of the Ninety-Fifth Regiment, also known as the Derbyshire Regiment, in the Crimean War. The author draws from various sources, including official records, personal accounts, and letters from soldiers who fought in the war. The book covers the regiment's journey from England to the Crimea, their participation in major battles such ...
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The Ninety-Fifth, The Derbyshire Regiment In The Crimea is a historical book written by Harold Carmichael Wylly and first published in 1899. The book provides a detailed account of the involvement of the Ninety-Fifth Regiment, also known as the Derbyshire Regiment, in the Crimean War. The author draws from various sources, including official records, personal accounts, and letters from soldiers who fought in the war. The book covers the regiment's journey from England to the Crimea, their participation in major battles such as Alma, Inkerman, and Sevastopol, and their experiences during the harsh winter of 1854-1855. It also sheds light on the challenges faced by the soldiers, including inadequate supplies, poor living conditions, and the spread of diseases such as cholera and typhus. The author pays tribute to the bravery and resilience of the soldiers, highlighting individual acts of heroism and sacrifice. He also provides insights into the leadership and strategies employed by the British army during the war. The book includes illustrations and maps to aid in the reader's understanding of the events and locations described. Overall, The Ninety-Fifth, The Derbyshire Regiment In The Crimea is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Crimean War and the role played by the Derbyshire Regiment in it. It offers a vivid and engaging account of a significant period in British military history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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