had little impact, and Western newspapers were confused by the Ottoman retreat that followed. Nevertheless, Russian pride was certainly stung, and the Ottomans were encouraged by their first serious victory. See also Battle of Cetate Siege of Calafat Siege of Silistra References Citations Bibliography Engels, Friedrich, "The War on the Danube" contained in the Collected Works of Karl Marx and Friedrich: Volume 12, International Publishers: New York, 1979. Rhodes, G.; A personal narrative of a tour of military inspection in various parts of European Turkey..., 1854. External links Conflicts in 1853 Oltenitza Oltenitza Military history of Romania History of Călărași County 1853 in the Ottoman Empire 19th century in Romania 1853 in Romania November 1853 events