Sharpshooter in the Crimea
Download or Read eBook Sharpshooter in the Crimea PDF written by Michael Springman and published by Pen and Sword. This book was released on 1990-12-31 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Michael Springman |
| Publisher | : Pen and Sword |
| Total Pages | : 219 |
| Release | : 1990-12-31 |
| ISBN-10 | : 9781473818095 |
| ISBN-13 | : 1473818095 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (95 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Sharpshooter in the Crimea by : Michael Springman
Book excerpt: The letters home to his family by Gerald Goodlake, a young officer in the Coldstream Guards, make remarkable reading. They vividly describe the ill-preparedness of the British Army and the dire conditions experienced by all ranks in the Crimea. Goodlake's views on senior officers were frank to say the least! Most important, Goodlake's initiative and courage in organising and leading what were 'Special Forces' were rewarded by the award of one of the first Victoria Crosses. Goodlake served in the Crimea from early 1854 to the end two years later.
