Roman von Ungern-Sternberg

Austrian-Russian general and warlord

Roman von Ungern-Sternberg - Austrian-Russian general and warlord
Born

1886
139 years ago

Died

September 15th, 1921
104 years ago — 35 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Russia

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Served as a general during the Russian Civil War. Commanded forces in Siberia and Mongolia. Established a brief regime in Mongolia after overthrowing the local government. Associated with controversial and brutal military tactics, he aimed to restore the Mongolian monarchy under the leadership of the Bogd Khan. Involved in conflict against the Bolshevik forces, his campaign reflected a mix of nationalist and anti-communist motivations. Captured and executed by the Bolsheviks in 1921.

Led military operations during the Russian Civil War

Took control of Mongolia and established a regime

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