
Title
James Simpson
Caption
James Simpson (1792-1868) British soldier; Chief of Staff in the Crimea 1854 during the Crimean (Russo-Turkish) War of 1853-1856. Appointed Commander of the British forces in succession to Lord Raglan, 1 July 1855. Created General after capture of Sebastopol 11 September 1855. Wood engraving after photograph by Roger Fenton.
Date
19th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP07112_009881P
License type
Rights managed
Available size
28,9Mb (3,0Mb) / 9,5in x 11,8in / 2851 x 3543 (300dpi)