Historical Events tagged with "war declaration"

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Military & Warfare

King Peter I Declares War on Ottoman Empire

October 18th, 1912 112 years ago

King Peter I of Serbia issued a declaration to the Serbian people, announcing Serbia's entry into the First Balkan War against the Ottoman Empire. With a strong rallying call, he emphasized the need for national unity and the liberation of Serbian territories under Ottoman control. The declaration was a pivotal moment in the growing tensions of the Balkan region, marked by widespread enthusiasm among the populace eager to reclaim their historic lands.

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Greece Declares War on the Ottoman Empire

April 18th, 1897 127 years ago

Greece declared war on the Ottoman Empire, escalating tensions related to territorial disputes and national aspirations. The conflict arose from Greece's ambitions to expand its territory to include ethnic Greek areas still under Ottoman rule, particularly in Crete, where rebellions had been ongoing. This declaration led to military confrontations that spread into broader regional dynamics, aligning various European powers with different sides of the conflict.

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Allied Powers Declare War on Russia

March 28th, 1854 170 years ago

France and Britain declared war on Russia in March 1854, primarily due to tensions involving the declining Ottoman Empire and Russian expansionism. They aimed to curb Russian influence in the Balkans, ensuring stability in Europe. This decision marked a pivotal escalation in hostilities that would lead to the broader conflict known as the Crimean War. The declaration was a culmination of diplomatic tensions that had been brewing since the early 1850s.

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