Russell - his work with The Times Flashcards
1
Q
What was he credited as?
A
‘the first modern war correspondent’
2
Q
What 2 Crimean battles was he at?
A
William Howard Russell was present at the Alma & sent extensive reports on the siege of Sevastopol
3
Q
What did he highlight?
A
gaining respect from ordinary troops R highlighted dreadful conditions, ineffective treatment of the wounded, mismanagement of supplies
4
Q
Who were Russell’s reports used by?
A
used by critics of the Government
& were a factor of bringing down the Br PM Lord Aberdeen in January 1855
