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What occurs before the war?
A war breaks out between Japan and Russia, and Japan wins. This defeat sends Russia into the Russian Revolution. -
Germany declares war on Russia
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The battle of Tannenburg occurs
The Germans intercept a Russian radio message, and the Germans capture 125,000 Russians and win the battle five days later. -
The Battle of Ypres occurs
After declaring war on Turkey, Russia battles the Germans and Austrians. -
The Brusilov Offensive occurs
With the leadership of General Alexei Brusilov, Russia ends up capturing Galicia and the Bukovina after achieving victory over Austria. -
A 'Decree of Peace' is written
Vladimir Lenin, a Bolshevik leader, quickly writes a 'Decree of Peace,' calling everyone to end WW1. -
The Bolshevik Revolution begins
The communist government that the Bolsheviks establish during this time ends up withdrawing the Russians from the war. -
The Treaty of Brest-Litovsk is signed
The Bolsheviks are forced to sign the Treaty of Brest-Litovsk, a treaty created by Imperial Germany.