2009 Famous Battles in History - Balaklava 1oz Silver Proof CoinThe Battle of Balaklava (1854), part of the Crimean War, saw British, French, and Ottoman forces defend against Russian attacks. Known for the ill fated Charge of the Light Brigade, where British cavalry charged directly into Russian artillery, the battle highlighted bravery but exposed miscommunication and poor planning, symbolizing the hardships of the Crimean campaign. The total mintage for this coin was 5,000 and it was produced by the Perth Mint.