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90. The Russian Revolution: Overthrowing the Tsar

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The Harrowing Realities of the Russian Army in World War I

This chapter explores the harsh realities of the Russian army during World War I, focusing on the overwhelming casualty rates and the dire conditions faced by troops. It contrasts the comfortable lives of commanders with the suffering of soldiers and examines the consequences of Tsar Nicholas II's decision to take military command amid escalating failures.

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