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The Gallant Charge: Tennyson's Portrayal of Light Brigade Heroes

Explore Alfred Lord Tennyson's presentation of bravery and sacrifice in 'Charge of the Light Brigade' during the Crimean War. Discussing themes such as heroism, sacrifice, and valor, the poem vividly depicts the tragedy and glory of war. Gain insights into the use of literary devices such as anaphora, personification, and rhythm in Tennyson's depiction of the cavalrymen, showcasing their unwavering courage in the face of adversity.

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The Gallant Charge: Tennyson's Portrayal of Light Brigade Heroes

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  1. When can their glory fade? O the wild charge they made!

  2. Big Question How does Alfred Lord Tennyson present the cavalrymen of the Light Brigade in ‘Charge of the Light Brigade’? The charge of the Light Brigade

  3. Literacy Task The crimean war was fought from 1853 to 1856. The russian empire was defeated by an aliance of the Ottoman Empire, France, Britain and Sardinia. During the war, an order given to the Light brigade was misunderstood and over 600 cavalrymen charged strate into the fire of Russian canons. Over 150 British soldiers were killed Source: BBC Bitesize

  4. Literacy Task The Crimean War was fought from 1853 to 1856. The Russian Empire was defeated by an alliance of the Ottoman Empire, France, Britain and Sardinia. During the war, an order given to the Light Brigade was misunderstood and over 600 cavalrymen charged straight into the fire of Russian cannons. Over 150 British soldiers were killed. Source: BBC Bitesize

  5. Big Question How does Alfred Lord Tennyson present the cavalrymen of the Light Brigade in ‘Charge of the Light Brigade’?

  6. Big Question How does Alfred Lord Tennyson present the cavalrymen of the Light Brigade in ‘Charge of the Light Brigade’? • Verb • Anaphora • Personification • Rhythm Tennyson presents the cavalrymen of the Light Brigade as brave and heroic. He describes the soldiers riding ‘Half a league onward’ towards the ‘valley of Death’. This biblical allusion helps to create a serious and sombre tone, which emphasises the great sacrifice made by the men…

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