The Battle of Balaclava, also known as the Charge of the Light Brigade, was a military engagement that took place during the Crimean War on October 25, 1854. The battle lasted approximately 24 hours, with heavy fighting between British, French, and Ottoman forces and Russian troops.
The Charge of the Light Brigade, a now famous episode of the battle, was a disastrous cavalry charge led by the British against Russian artillery positions. Despite being heavily outnumbered, the British cavalry charged forward, resulting in significant casualties and a military failure.
“24 Hours at Balaclava” likely refers to a historical account or fictionalized retelling of the events that took place during the battle. It is possible that the book provides a detailed account of the events leading up to, during, and after the 24-hour period of intense fighting at Balaclava.