RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR
1904 - 1905

Both countries, Russia and Japan, were eager to dominate Korea and Manchuria. The Russo-Japanese War was won by Japan.

This war overlapped with the Russian Revolution of 1905.

What Started the Russo-Japanese War?

On February 8, 1904, the Japanese attacked Port Arthur and thus started the war.

Although Japan fired the first shot, this war was equally desired by Russia.

Battles of the Russo-Japanese War

1904, June 14
Battle at Fu-hsien - Japan wins

1904, August 25
Battle at Liao-yang - Japan wins

1905, February 19 - March 10
Battle of Mukden - Japan wins

1905, May 27 - 29
Naval Battle of Tsushima - Japan wins

What Ended the Russo-Japanese War?

A peace treaty was signed on September 5, 1905 (August 23, 1905 - Old Style), the Treaty of Portsmouth.

And here is the map

RUSSO-JAPANESE WAR
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