1855-56

The years 1855-56 marked a period of significant political and military events. Notably, the Crimean War erupted as Russia clashed with Ottoman Empire allies like Britain and France over influence in the Ottoman territories. The conflict saw major battles and led to innovations in military medicine, including Florence Nightingale's pioneering work. In the United States, the period predates the Civil War, but tensions over slavery and states' rights were escalating. Internationally, these years reflected a time of shifting alliances and military modernization, shaping the political landscape of the mid-19th century and influencing future diplomacy and warfare strategies.