Christina Rossetti - The Crimean War
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Rossetti Context Slides - The Crimean War
Last updated 9:07 AM on 6/12/25
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What territories did Russia occupy in the Crimea in July 1853?
Territories that had previously been controlled by Turkey. The British and the French governments were concerned about Russian expansion.
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Why did Britain and France decide to join the war against Russia?
The Russians destroyed a Turkish fleet.
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How many men were suffering from malaria and choera within a few weeks?
8,000 men.
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Who organised a team of nurses to travel to the Crimea to help?
Florence Nightingale
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How old was Rossetti when she applied to join her Aunt as a nurse?
24.
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Why was Rossetti turned away from Florence Nightingale’s nursing team?
Because of her inexperience.
