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Flashman at the charge

from the Flashman papers, 1854-1855
Book • 1973
In 'Flashman at the Charge', Harry Flashman finds himself entangled in the Crimean War, participating in pivotal battles like the Charge of the Light Brigade.

Despite his cowardice, Flashman navigates through historical events with a mix of luck and cunning, eventually thwarting a Russian plot to invade India.

The novel combines historical detail with Fraser's signature humor and adventure.

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Mentioned by Dominic Sandbrook in relation to a quote about beards from Lord Raglan, questioning its authenticity.
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492. The War on Beards: From Peter the Great to John Lennon (Part 2)
Mentioned by Tom Holland as a great book about the Crimean War.
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