Routledge England and the Near East: The Crimea - Routledge Revivals

Originally published in 1964, this Routledge Revivals volume examines England's pivotal involvement in the Near East from Canning's death through Disraeli's triumphant return from Berlin with 'peace with honour'. The narrative spans from the British fleet's decisive destruction of Turkish sea-power at Navarino to its protection of the Turkish capital against Russian threats. Rather than focusing solely on diplomatic or naval records, this work integrates special attention to Oriental institutions and Balkan nationalities within a comprehensive historical account. Readers gain insight into the complex geopolitical dynamics that shaped British foreign policy during this transformative period, exploring how military victories and diplomatic negotiations intertwined to define Britain's eastern strategy during the Crimean War era.