the Crimean war (AQA A level history)

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what caused the Crimean war?

Russia and France had a dispute of the treatment of Russian and French nationals and minorities in Crimea, leading for both sides to send “protection” in the form of armies to the area. The war was fought with the French and British on one side, and Russia on the other.

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When was the Crimean war?

1653 to 1856

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how many people died in total?

250,000, although Florence nightingale developed new medical practices, the first time that a hospital was clean!

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How much of russia’s expenditure did it use in the war?

45% of total expenditure with new taxes introduced

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Who won the Crimean war?

Britain and France, but only due to withstanding the stalemate longer, and poor transport links south from Russia

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How was the Crimean war a turning point for Russia?

It showed cracks in its army.

Russia must improve this transport links, as the troops struggled to get there in time.

Its technology was inferior, with them still using musketry

Its army was poorly trained, led and managed