BATTLE // January 1, 2014
Russian annexation of Crimea
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Overview
In February and March 2014, Russia invaded the Crimean Peninsula, part of Ukraine, and then annexed it. This took place in the relative power vacuum immediately following the Revolution of Dignity. It marked the beginning of the Russo-Ukrainian war.
Overview adapted from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Forces & casualties
Troop strength
- Russia20,000medium
- Ukraine4,000–10,000medium
Russia fielded a 2.9 : 1 numerical advantage
Casualties
- Ukraine9,268medium132% loss rate
Commanders (18)
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