Crimean War: drying closet as used by Scutari Hospital. Wood engraving.

Crimean War: soldiers doing their laundry at Balaklava Hospital. Wood engraving.

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Crimean War: drying closet as used by Scutari Hospital. Wood engraving.

Crimean War: soldiers doing their laundry at Balaklava Hospital. Wood engraving.