This study examines the role of prime minister Aberdeen of Great Britain in the crisis that would lead to the Crimean War (1853-1856). Historically, Aberdeen has been denoted as an overly peacefull...Show moreThis study examines the role of prime minister Aberdeen of Great Britain in the crisis that would lead to the Crimean War (1853-1856). Historically, Aberdeen has been denoted as an overly peacefull man whose lack of backbone weakened Britain at this crucial juncture, and this has reflected on conservative foreign policy in the 19th century. This thesis combines examinations of the historiography involved and primary source material on the Crimean Crisis where it involves Aberdeen's policy considerations to question the validity of this persistent notion and in so doing finds that Aberdeen is much better described as a realist than a pacifist and perfectly willing to use war when needed.Show less
In this paper the author examines British foreign policy during the time of the Crimean crisis through the lens of international relations, focusing on the balance of power and concert of Europe...Show moreIn this paper the author examines British foreign policy during the time of the Crimean crisis through the lens of international relations, focusing on the balance of power and concert of Europe respectively. It does so by examining the foreign policy of the two succesive administrations during the crisis (Aberdeen's and Palmerston's) and how these fit into a framework of international relationships. Doing so, the author hopes to find that viewing these policies through a more 'technical lens' provides a new perspective on them.Show less
