44 Historical Photos That Have Shaped How We See the World Today

Often overshadowed by other historical battles, the Crimean War pitted Russia against an alliance that included the U.K., Sardinia-Piedmont, France, and the Ottoman Empire. It showcased the brutality of 19th-century warfare.

Captured between 1853 and 1856, these images reveal the seasoned faces of veterans. The conflict witnessed a staggering loss of life, with the British and French combined losses totaling over 4,000 and Russian casualties reaching around 12,000.