Nikolai Yudenich
Russian general and military commander
Born
July 30th, 1862
162 years ago
Died
October 5th, 1933
91 years ago — 71 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Russia
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Born in 1862, a Russian general played a significant role in World War I and the Russian Civil War. Commanded the Russian Army's northwest front and notably led the successful campaign against German forces in the Baltic region. Involved in the anti-Bolshevik forces during the Russian Civil War, leading troops in the Northwestern Army with strategic operations against Soviet forces. Known for his expertise in military strategy and tactics, contributed to the establishment of the White movement.
Led the successful campaign against German forces in the Baltic during World War I.
Commanded the Northwestern Army during the Russian Civil War.
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