6 April 1854
Flag of Truce Incident
Sends a boat under a flag of truce into Odessa, where Russian fire triggers a diplomatic and naval confrontation.
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Sends a boat under a flag of truce into Odessa, where Russian fire triggers a diplomatic and naval confrontation.
Directs British ships in the Anglo-French bombardment of Russian military facilities at Odessa.
Commands HMS Arethusa and engages Russian batteries during the Allied attack on Odessa.
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