Questions › Chapter 3: A long and illustrious history
In the Crimean War (1853-1856), Britain was on the side of Turkey and France. Which country did they fight?
- AGermany
- BThe Netherlands
- CSpain
- DRussiaRight answer
Answer: Russia
Britain, Turkey and France fought Russia. Queen Victoria created the Victoria Cross during this war to honour brave soldiers.
From chapter 3 of the handbook, "A long and illustrious history", section "A global power". Practice question 191 of 651, written in our own words.