The classic work on the defense of Sevastopol in 1855-1856. It was published in 1863 by the editors of one of the leaders of defense - General Totleben. Recognized as one of the main primary sources by all historians studying the Eastern (Crimean) War of 1854-1856. The work was published in two parts (3 books) and contains a very detailed description of the heroic defense of Sevastopol.