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Siege of Przemysl

1914 - 1915 • Galizien Belagerung

Historical Overview

Longest siege of the war; surrender of the Austro-Hungarian garrison.

Quick Facts

Outcome:Russian victory.

Russian Empire

  • Commander: Radko Dimitriew
  • Strength: ca. 280.000
  • Casualties: ca. 40.000

Austria-Hungary

  • Commander: Hermann Kusmanek
  • Strength: ca. 130.000
  • Casualties: ca. 117.000

Strategic Context

Defense of the strategic railway hub of Galicia.

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