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The Tsar saluting troops
Photograph showing Tsar Nicholas II saluting troops during army manouevres. Russia was traditionally seen as the protector of the Slavs and after Austria attacked Hungary in 1914 mobilised troops. The first line of defence of the Russian army was estimated to number 1.8 million at the time with 5 million fighting men in reserve
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August 1914: Tsar Nicholas II of Russia Salutes His Troops During Army Maneuvers Amidst the Tension of the Approaching War Amidst the escalating tensions between Austria and Hungary in the summer of 1914, Russia, traditionally seen as the protector of the Slavic peoples, mobilized its formidable military forces. With an estimated first line of defense numbering 1.8 million troops and 5 million fighting men in reserve, the Russian army was a formidable force to be reckoned with. In this historic photograph, Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, wearing his military uniform, salutes his troops during army maneuvers in the 8th Army's 18th Infantry Division, located near the town of Ilinskoye, on August 7, 1914. The image captures the Tsar's unwavering determination and resolve as he stands amongst his soldiers, ready to lead them into battle if necessary. As the first shots of World War I were fired in the Balkans, Russia's mobilization of its military forces was a critical response to the Austro-Hungarian attack on Serbia and the potential threat to the Slavic peoples. This photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the pivotal role Russia played in the early stages of the war and the sacrifices made by its soldiers and leadership. Taken by an unknown photographer for the Illustrated London News, this image is a valuable historical document that captures a significant moment in world history. It is a poignant reminder of the courage and determination of the Russian people and their leader during a time of great uncertainty and upheaval.
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