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Battle Of Malakoff Collection

"The Battle of Malakoff: Triumph Amidst Ruins" In the midst of the Siege of Sevastopol, a defining moment unfolded on 8 September 1855

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Ruins of the Malakoff Redoubt after its capture by the French, Siege of Sevastopol

Ruins of the Malakoff Redoubt after its capture by the French, Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (colour litho)
3100187 Ruins of the Malakoff Redoubt after its capture by the French, Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (colour litho) by European School

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Plan of the Mamelon and Malakoff Tower (engraving)

Plan of the Mamelon and Malakoff Tower (engraving)
1602286 Plan of the Mamelon and Malakoff Tower (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Plan of the Mamelon and Malakoff Tower)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt by the French, Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (litho)

Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt by the French, Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (litho)
3100192 Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt by the French, Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (litho) by Simpson, William Crimea (1823-99); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: The taking of Malakoff

The taking of Malakoff
LLM455260 The taking of Malakoff by Lix, Frederic Theodore (1830-97) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The taking of Malakoff)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt during the Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (engraving)

Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt during the Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (engraving)
3647671 Capture of the Malakoff Redoubt during the Siege of Sevastopol, 8 September 1855 (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: The bugle of Malakoff (colour litho)

The bugle of Malakoff (colour litho)
2818854 The bugle of Malakoff (colour litho) by Meyer, Henri (1841-99) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The bugle of Malakoff)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Trade card with an image depicting Patrice de Mac-Mahon (chromolitho)

Trade card with an image depicting Patrice de Mac-Mahon (chromolitho)
963931 Trade card with an image depicting Patrice de Mac-Mahon (chromolitho) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Trade card with an image depicting Patrice de Mac-Mahon)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Taking of the Malakoff Redoubt, Siege of Sevastopol, Crimean War, 7 September 1855 (chromolitho)

Taking of the Malakoff Redoubt, Siege of Sevastopol, Crimean War, 7 September 1855 (chromolitho)
973923 Taking of the Malakoff Redoubt, Siege of Sevastopol, Crimean War, 7 September 1855 (chromolitho) by European School

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Remains of the Malakoff Tower, 1855-1856. Creator: James Robertson

Remains of the Malakoff Tower, 1855-1856. Creator: James Robertson
Remains of the Malakoff Tower, 1855-1856

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Plastuns at Sevastopol, 1874. Artist: Perov, Vasili Grigoryevich (1834-1882)

Plastuns at Sevastopol, 1874. Artist: Perov, Vasili Grigoryevich (1834-1882)
Plastuns at Sevastopol, 1874. Found in the collection of the Museum of Russian Art, Kiev

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: French Attack on the Malakhoff, c1880

French Attack on the Malakhoff, c1880. Episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856). From British Battles on Land and Sea, Vol. III, by James Grant

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: Ditch of the Malakoff, Battery Gervais, and Rear of Redan, 1856. Artist: Thomas Picken

Ditch of the Malakoff, Battery Gervais, and Rear of Redan, 1856. Artist: Thomas Picken
Ditch of the Malakoff, Battery Gervais, and Rear of Redan, 1856. The image depicts an important episode of the Crimean War (1853-1856)

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: French attack on the Malakoff, 19th century

French attack on the Malakoff, 19th century. The Battle of Malakoff, fought on 7 September 1855, was a part of the Siege of Sevastopol during the Crimean War

Background imageBattle Of Malakoff Collection: After the Taking of Malakoff on 8th September 1855, c1855. Artist: William Simpson

After the Taking of Malakoff on 8th September 1855, c1855. Artist: William Simpson
After the Taking of Malakoff on 8th September 1855, c1855. Fought between the French and the Russians on 7-8 September 1855


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"The Battle of Malakoff: Triumph Amidst Ruins" In the midst of the Siege of Sevastopol, a defining moment unfolded on 8 September 1855. The French forces launched a relentless assault on the formidable Malakoff Redoubt, determined to break through and claim victory. As depicted in vivid lithographs and engravings, the ruins that remain today bear witness to this historic battle. The plan of the Mamelon and Malakoff Tower reveals the strategic importance of these fortifications. With meticulous precision, French troops executed their attack, capturing the Malakoff Redoubt with unwavering resolve. The lithograph captures this pivotal moment as soldiers storm into enemy territory. Dubbed "The Taking of Malakoff, " another artwork immortalizes this triumph. It showcases brave French soldiers hoisting their flag atop the captured redoubt, symbolizing their hard-fought victory against all odds. This image stands as a testament to courage and determination in times of war. A bugle resounds across the battlefield - "The Bugle of Malakoff" echoes through history. Its haunting melody serves as a reminder not only of victory but also sacrifice; it honors those who fought valiantly for their cause. Patrice de Mac-Mahon emerges from these scenes as an influential figure in this battle's narrative. A trade card featuring his image depicts him as a hero leading his troops towards triumph amidst chaos and destruction. Even years later, remnants tell tales untold - James Robertson's depiction portrays what remains after fierce combat subsided; fragments stand tall despite being scarred by conflict. These ruins serve as silent witnesses to bravery etched into history forevermore. Beyond artistry lies reality - Vasili Grigoryevich Perov's painting unveils life at Sevastopol post-battle in 1874 when peace had settled over once-turbulent grounds.