Battle of the Alma

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gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:battle
gptkbp:aftermath Allied forces advanced to Sevastopol
gptkbp:allies Formation of the Crimean War alliance.
Strengthened Anglo-French relations.
gptkbp:casualties French: 1,000
British: 1,500
High casualties for the Russians.
Russian: 5,000
gptkbp:combatants gptkb:British_Empire
gptkb:Russian_Empire
gptkb:French_Empire
gptkbp:commander gptkb:Lord_Raglan
gptkb:Marshal_St._Arnaud
gptkb:General_Menshikov
gptkbp:commemoration Anniversaries observed by military historians.
gptkbp:consequences Shifted public opinion in Britain and France.
gptkbp:cultural_impact Influenced art and literature.
gptkbp:cultural_references Referenced in novels and films.
gptkbp:date 20 September 1854
gptkbp:depicts Paintings and artworks
gptkbp:historical_analysis Studied for its tactical lessons.
gptkbp:historical_context Part of the conflict between Russia and the alliance of Britain, France, and the Ottoman Empire.
Part of the larger conflict of the 19th century.
gptkbp:historical_debate Controversies over leadership decisions.
gptkbp:historical_documentation Extensively documented in military archives.
gptkbp:historical_interpretation Various interpretations by historians.
gptkbp:historical_legacy Legacy of cooperation between allies.
gptkbp:historical_records Remembered as a pivotal moment.
gptkbp:historical_significance Considered a turning point in the war.
Located near the Black Sea.
Marked the beginning of modern warfare.
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Battle of the Alma
gptkbp:impact Boosted morale for Allied forces.
gptkbp:international_relations Affected European diplomatic relations.
gptkbp:legacy Influenced future military strategies in the war.
gptkbp:location Alma River, Crimea
gptkbp:memorials Alma Memorial in London
Various monuments in Crimea
gptkbp:military_leadership Showcased leadership styles of commanders.
gptkbp:military_lessons Studied in military academies.
gptkbp:military_outcome Allied coordination.
gptkbp:military_strategy Emphasized the importance of reconnaissance.
gptkbp:military_technology Development of trench warfare.
Led to reforms in British Army.
Use of rifled muskets.
Use of steamships for troop transport.
gptkbp:narrative Part of broader narratives of the Crimean War.
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Crimean_War
gptkbp:primary_source Histories written by military historians.
Official reports and letters.
gptkbp:result Allied victory
gptkbp:significance First major battle of the Crimean War
gptkbp:strategic_goals Set the stage for future battles.
Capture of Sevastopol.
Lessons on logistics and supply.
Russian command issues.
gptkbp:strategic_importance Opening phase of the siege of Sevastopol
gptkbp:tactics Flanking maneuvers by British forces
Use of artillery by the Allies
Russian defensive positions
gptkbp:weather_conditions Fought in challenging weather.
gptkbp:writings Documented in military history books.
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:General_Sir_George_Brown
gptkb:Admiral_Sir_Charles_Napier
gptkb:General_Sir_Andrew_Graham
gptkb:Admiral_Sir_Charles_John_Napier
gptkb:Light_Brigade
gptkb:Sir_John_Keane
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5