The Charge of the Light Brigade

October 25, 1854 a contingent of British Cavalry known, principally in history, as the Light brigade, charged a Russian fortified position consisting of Artillery, infantry, and cavalry. This action took place in the Crimean peninsula near a town called Balakava. Popular history portrays the charge as a disaster for the British but a very noble effort. A book titled "Hell Riders" authored by Terry Brighton who is the curator of the Queen's Royal Lancers dispels much of the mythology of history but, at the same time causes me to question some of his conclusions. Over the next few weeks I would like to discuss this book and the battle that was analyzed. If anyone has relevant information, I would be pleased to hear from you.