The Crimean War, which began in 1854, was to teach the British Army many harsh lessons, including the need for excellent lines of communication and proper sanitation to keep men and horses healthy. Both the barracks and stables at Aldershot were eventually modified in order to take account of these lessons but initially at least life at the new, permanent camp was rudimentary at best.
Click here to return to the Village History page.
Contact us by calling 01252 346700, emailing: enquiries@beaumontvillage.co.uk
or click here to fill in our Enquiry Form.