Define the role of the Crimean War in European international relations.

The Crimean War of 1853-1856 became a turning point in international relations. As a result of Russia’s defeat, its role in the world has plummeted. The Ottoman Empire, which became an important strategic direction of the European powers, did not realize the negative aspects of its victory. After England and Austria-Hungary sided with Turkey, she began to win, but after the end of the war she became a bone of contention between the Western countries. It was planned to turn it into a colony by England, France, Austria-Hungary, Germany.