Historical biography archive · Updated 2026-11-03

William John Codrington Biography and Timeline

Follow William John Codrington through 3 dated historical records for Great Britain.

William John Codrington, historical timeline

A chronological timeline drawn from matching World History Database records.

3Distinct records
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1855–1856Years on this page

1855

Great Redan

General · Commander · Sevastopol · Warfare / Crimean War

Commands the British Light Division during the final assault on the Great Redan.

Role range: 1853-1856

British Command

General · Commander · Crimea · Warfare / Crimean War

Succeeds James Simpson as commander of the British army in Crimea after the fall of southern Sevastopol.

Role range: 1853-1856

1856

Evacuation of Crimea

General · Commander · Crimea · Warfare / Crimean War

Commands British forces during the final occupation period and preparations for withdrawal after peace is concluded.

Role range: 1853-1856

Records, sources and methodology

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