British Military Intelligence in the Crimean War 1854-1856

Provides a detailed examination of strategic and operational intelligence that was significant throughout this conflict. Much of this book is based on documentation from British military reports and correspondence and from Russian sources on topics such as Russian dispositions, casualties, and movements. The book demonstrates how a comprehensive and successful intelligence system evolved from nearly nothing and with great speed. Distributed by ISBS. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)