Historical Events tagged with "first allied victory"

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Military & Warfare

First Allied Victory: Battle of Cer

August 24th, 1914 110 years ago

The Battle of Cer marked a crucial early victory for the Allies during World War I, occurring between August 15 and 24, 1914. The Serbian army faced off against the Austro-Hungarian forces near the Cer Mountain in Serbia. Under the command of General Stepa Stepanović, the Serbians successfully repelled the Austro-Hungarian offensive, showcasing their military capability and resolve. This victory boosted the morale of the Serbian troops and the Allied forces, demonstrating that the Austro-Hungarian army could be defeated and altering early expectations of the war's outcome.

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