Crimean War

The Ottoman Empire

What empire controlled much of southeastern Europe and was known as the "sick man of Europe"?

To gain access to warm-water ports and increase its influence over the Balkans

What was one major reason Russia wanted to expand into Ottoman territory?

Orthodox Christians and Roman Catholics

Which two Christian groups' rights in the Holy Land sparked tension between Russia and France?

Britain and France

Which European powers supported the Ottoman Empire to stop Russian expansion?

A dispute between Russia and the Ottoman Empire over control of Christian holy sites in Palestine

What was the immediate cause of the Crimean War in 1853?

The Crimean Peninsula

The Crimean War was fought mainly on which peninsula?

The Battle of Balaclava

What famous battle is remembered for the disastrous "Charge of the Light Brigade"?

Railways, telegraphs, and modern rifles

What new technologies were used for the first time during the Crimean War?

War correspondents and photographs brought the realities of war to the public for the first time

What role did the media play in shaping public opinion about the war?

The alliance of Britain, France, and the Ottoman Empire defeated Russia

Which side won the Crimean War?

Florence Nightingale

Who became famous for improving medical care for wounded soldiers during the Crimean War?

"The Lady of the Lamp"

What nickname did Florence Nightingale earn for her nighttime hospital rounds?

Improved sanitation and hygiene practices

What was one major reform Nightingale introduced in military hospitals?

The Treaty of Paris

What treaty ended the Crimean War in 1856?

It weakened Russia, ended the Concert of Europe, and showed the need for modernization in armies

What was one major consequence of the Crimean War for Europe?