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2025-05-29 Caucasus/Russia/Central Asia

Another 1812. How Russia got Moldova the day before the Patriotic War

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Posted by badanov 2025-05-29 00:00|| || Front Page|| [66 views ] Top

#1 Thus ended the next, eighth Russian-Turkish war -

Eight? And those are just the ones that got into the historical record. Historically, over the centuries, and even the millennia, Russians have had one hell of a time with the Turks. I suppose they're not the only ones. It's a tough neighborhood. I think the Greeks have complaints as well.

Posted by Abu Uluque 2025-05-29 12:17|| 2025-05-29 12:17|| Front Page Top

#2 That brings memories.

Posted by Grom the Affective 2025-05-29 12:51|| 2025-05-29 12:51|| Front Page Top

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