--- product_id: 49842859 title: "Valentine Baker's Heroic Stand At Tashkessen 1877: A Tarnished British Soldier's Glorious Victory Hardcover – August 8, 2017" brand: "frank jastrzembski" price: "157.25 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 7 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/49842859-valentine-bakers-heroic-stand-at-tashkessen-1877-a-tarnished-british store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Valentine Baker's Heroic Stand At Tashkessen 1877: A Tarnished British Soldier's Glorious Victory Hardcover – August 8, 2017 **Brand:** frank jastrzembski **Price:** 157.25 DT **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Valentine Baker's Heroic Stand At Tashkessen 1877: A Tarnished British Soldier's Glorious Victory Hardcover – August 8, 2017 by frank jastrzembski - **How much does it cost?** 157.25 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/49842859-valentine-bakers-heroic-stand-at-tashkessen-1877-a-tarnished-british) ## Best For - frank jastrzembski enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted frank jastrzembski brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![Valentine Baker's Heroic Stand At Tashkessen 1877: A Tarnished British Soldier's Glorious Victory Hardcover – August 8, 2017 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61h2ZcVYEwL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ courage at Tashkessen *by B***Y on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 10, 2018* This is an impressive effort from a promising young military historian. This volume provides the "student' of 19th century military warfare an exotic locale combined with a sympathetic and heroic soldier-commander. One finds a campaign involving {excuse the historical cliche} the "Sick Man of Europe" and Russian Empire in 1877.Mr. Jastrzembski provides a well researched story replete with background of the "ancient enemies" citing their military organization and cultures,both strengths and weaknesses.Valentine Baker a dashing British cavalry officer fell victim to what currently might be termed a "me too" like charge. Victorian mores and values seemingly predetermined guilt. The author leaves one with a small measure of doubt as to the validity of this charge. Regardless, punishment was severe and stigma was carried through out Baker's career as a commanding officer.Refuge was found, as many have done since time immemorial, in foreign service. The Ottoman Empire had long been a destination for foreign military talent. Though the Sultan's service was rife with corruption and intrigue which permeated the upper officer class, the Turkish soldier was capable of admirable service when well led. Though Baker was not immediately used in a way that would display his talents, desperate circumstances in Ottoman Bulgaria wrought by a well led and formidable Russian army allowed opportunity for his valor and talent to shine. Such courage and valor was shown never more so than at a Bulgarian village called Tashkessen. Pasha Baker's doughty rear guard action at Tashkessen, captured the imagination of the British public,yet there continued to be those still unforgiving of the past. Frank Jastrzembski is persuasive in his presentation and conclusions.The writing style is colorful and not overbearing, however it does invoke pathos which I am certain is the intent.. There is a wonderful bibliography demonstrating his efforts. Maps are adequate.I do believe however that annotated footnotes would strengthen this recommended military tale.ps I am curious as to what the "opprobrious Turkish epithets" hurled by Baker at the fleeing Edirne battalion were.. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Book *by R***N on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on April 10, 2022* Edited by Dan Zawacki! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enjoyed reading this. *by C***S on Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 24, 2021* This is the first opportunity I have had to study the battles of the Russo-Turkish War of 1877. I found this account to be interesting and I would recommend it to those reader's who are interested in the time period of the military activities of the war. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/49842859-valentine-bakers-heroic-stand-at-tashkessen-1877-a-tarnished-british](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/49842859-valentine-bakers-heroic-stand-at-tashkessen-1877-a-tarnished-british) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-09-25*