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Russo-Japanese War Origins
- Russia's expansion in the Far East set the stage for the Russo-Japanese War.
- This war became a key trigger for the 1905 Revolution.
Russia's Pacific Ambitions
- Russia expanded across Siberia, reaching the Pacific coast.
- They sought a warm-water port, leading to increased interest in Manchuria.
Witte's Far East Vision
- Russia aimed to exploit China's weakness for economic gain.
- The Trans-Siberian Railway was central to this plan.