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Victoria and Albert collected photographs that documented the political and military events that defined a period of global expansion

ROGER FENTON (1819-69)

Headquarter's staff

1855

Albumen print | 17.6 x 16.4 cm (image) | RCIN 2500448

Photograph of the staff of the British Headquarters during the Crimean War, including Colonel Vico, Captain Curzon, Lord Burghersh, Count Revel, Mr Calvert, Charles Cattley (Secret Intelligence Dept.), Colonel Somerset, Colonel Hardinge, Dr Prendergast, Commander Maxse and Colonel Kingcote. The men are gathered on the steps of the Headquarters building, some sitting and some standing. All are wearing military uniform. The door is open behind them and there are trees on either side.
  • Creator(s)

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    Roger Fenton (1819-69) (photographer)

  • 17.6 x 16.4 cm (image)

    57.3 x 44.6 cm (page dimensions)

  • Head Quarters Staff

  • Subject(s)
    • Science, Medicine and Technology
      • Industries, Crafts and Trades
        • Clothing
          • Costume
            • Uniforms
              • Military uniforms
    • Arts, Recreation, Entertainment & Sport
      • Architecture
        • Buildings
      • Plastic arts
        • Numismatics
          • Medals
    • Social sciences
      • Military affairs
        • Wars, Campaigns & Battles
          • Wars
            • Wars of the nineteenth century
              • Crimean War (1853-1856)