GRAVÜR DÜNYASI
Digital Engraving Library
| Artist | William Simpson (1823–1899) |
| Engraver | F.Jones |
| Date | 1856 |
| Technique | Lithography, Sepia-toned |
| Category | Military |
| Source | The Campaign in the Crimea: An Historical Sketch by George Brackenbury, London, Published Oct. 1, 1856 by Paul & Dominic Colnaghi & Co., Day & Son Lithographers to the Queen |
This engraving presents a panoramic view of Sebastopol from the east, focusing on the English positions at the extreme right of their lines during the siege. It documents the strategic layout of the city, fortifications, and the surrounding landscape, providing a valuable perspective on the military geography of the Crimean War. The distant ships in the harbor reflect the crucial role of naval power in the siege operations. William Simpson, who painted this engraving, was a painter and engraver sent to the war zones for The Illustrated London News during the Crimean War.
