Publisher's Synopsis
The Russian Expedition to Khiva: In 1873 is a historical account written by Emil Schmidt and first published in 1876. The book details the Russian military campaign to conquer the city of Khiva, located in present-day Uzbekistan, in 1873. The expedition was led by General Konstantin von Kaufman and involved over 13,000 soldiers, including Cossacks and Turkmen auxiliaries. The book provides a detailed description of the campaign, including the battles fought, the tactics employed, and the political and cultural context of the conflict. Schmidt also offers insights into the geography and culture of the region, as well as the Russian Empire's imperial ambitions in Central Asia. The Russian Expedition to Khiva: In 1873 is an important historical document that sheds light on the complex history of Central Asia and the role of European powers in the region during the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
