The Battle of Inkerman took place on November 5, 1854, during the Crimean War. It was fought between the British and French forces against the Russian army near the city of Sebastopol. The battle was marked by fierce fighting in difficult terrain, with British troops holding their ground despite being outnumbered. The battle is often noted for the bravery of the British soldiers, particularly the Light Brigade and the Highland regiments. The outcome was a significant victory for the Allies, which boosted morale and demonstrated the effectiveness of their combined forces against the Russians.