At all times there were big battles that lasted more than one year.And always for a successful operation of the army required that the soldiers led an experienced person.Otherwise, each will act as he wants, that will lead to inevitable defeat.It commanders and act as those who took over the leadership of the troops.Someone ran the army well, some - bad.However, it did not affect the fact that the names of the commanders went down in history.
names of great commanders need to know
Many remember the First World War.The generals in the history of this period, played one of the most important roles.They do not just decide the fate of thousands of soldiers in many battles.And they, heading the army, contributed to fighting the battle ended unconditional victory.However, few people know their names.And even the great team at this stage is gradually forgotten.
Heroes-generals of World War I made a lot of feats.They should remember and honor.Therefore, in this review, it was decided to consider the most famous military leaders who took part in numerous battles.
Military Adviser Alekseev
Mikhail Alekseyev was born and raised in the family of an officer.While studying in high school Michael has not shown much success.He had not even graduated from an educational institution, decided to enter as a volunteer in the 2nd Rostov Grenadier Regiment.After that Mikhail entered the Moscow military school and graduated.In the future, a famous military leader his way started with the Russian-Turkish war.In 1904 he received the rank of Major General.He also participated in the Russian-Japanese war.In 1917 it Alexeev convinced of the necessity of Nicholas II's abdication.In the short period of time the government appointed him to the post of Supreme Commander.However, due to the requirement to restore the military courts Alekseev was removed from this high post and transferred to the military advisers.
breakthrough that made history
What generals of World War remember their heroic breakthroughs?It should be emphasized Alexei Brusilov.He was born in the family of Lieutenant-General.Parents lost their next leader at a young age, so was brought up by relatives.Alexei was received quite a good education.In St. Petersburg, he arrived in 1867.In 1872 he was accepted into the service with the rank of ensign.For participation in the Russian-Turkish War got three military orders.During the fighting has caused a stir in the storming of the fortress of Ardahan.Brusilov also played an important role in the capture of Kars.
Why Alexei should be made by saying what military commanders of World War proved to be a heroic side?In 1916 he was appointed commander of one of the front, which gave him the opportunity to act independently.And after a short period of time in the same year, he headed the relatively small force, a breakthrough of enemy defenses (Austro-German troops).In the history of this martial action became entitled Brusilovsky breakthrough.This operation is among the largest.Its result was huge losses on the part of the enemy.After the break the Germans had to transfer 17 divisions to the east from the Western Front.
«Iron" Brigade
What kind of people even glorified the First World War?The generals, Russian soldiers and ordinary people have made a lot of heroic deeds.And the important role played in numerous victories Denikin Anton Ivanovich.He was born in Warsaw province in the family of a retired major.In the first battle he participated in the 4th part of the "iron" brigade of the 12th Army Corps.Under the leadership of General Kaledin soldiers, among whom was Anton Ivanovich defended passes of the Carpathians.During these battles Denikin had received the Order of St. George 3rd degree.In 1915, the brigade was reorganized into a division.Soldiers are constantly sent back to where they could be breakthroughs and threat environment.
In September 1915 Denikin in the "Iron Division" fought for the city of Lutsk.The fighting ended successfully, was taken prisoner by the order of 20 thousand enemy soldiers.After this heroic battle Denikin was promoted to lieutenant general.Talking about that, what the great generals of World War I caused a stir, it should be noted that Denikin took part in the battle for the Czartoryski.We can not say that he became a hero of Lutsk breakthrough valiantly performing his task.For the art of war and the courage he had received a rare award - St. George weapon that was decorated with diamonds.
Not only victory accompany commanders
Not only Russian generals remember the First World War.The generals met heroes and armies of other countries.One of them was Ferdinand Foch.In 1911, he received yet another rank of general, after which he was appointed division commander.In 1912 he took command of the 8th Corps in Bourges.A year later, under his command went 20 Corps in Nancy.After some time, Army Group, it was decided to rebuild the 9 th French army, whose command was General Foch.It is this army was heroic in the battle on the river Marne, which occurred in 1914.Under the direction of Foch soldiers withstood the onslaught of the enemy.After suffering heavy losses, the general could still hold the city of Nancy.However, some time after the battle of the Somme was lost, General Ferdinand Foch was removed from his post.
without bloody battles can not do any one battle
Extensive damage caused French First World War.The generals have tried to defend their positions, but they do not always succeed.July 21 Germany has declared war on France.Chief of the French army became Joseph Jacques Joffre.From the very beginning of war he had to mend relations with the allied countries England.Due to the fact that all the fighting took place on the territory of France and northern Belgium, Joseph has become a matter of urgency to prepare for a positional struggle.German forces had heavily on all fronts, as General Joffre without bloody fighting did not give up.
commander, who was distinguished by barbaric methods of warfare
What generals of World War I caused a stir in the battles?It should be mentioned Eric Ludendorff, who even though he was an assistant general Gindenborga, self-directed the actions of the army on the Eastern Front.In 1916 he began to manage all the armed forces of Germany.Ludendorff was a supporter of the ruthless methods of suppression of unrest on the part of the people.He was ranked as the most barbarous and methods of combat.It was at his insistence Germany launched unrestricted submarine warfare.However, it should be mentioned that it was his opportunistic strategy that was designed to not only defeat of the Soviet troops, but also of the Entente, suffered a complete failure.And that is what led to the defeat of the German forces.
Personality of the First World War
generals decide the fate of millions of people.And this applies fully to the commander of the Eastern Front Hindenburg.It is distinguished by the fact that at the beginning of 1916 was able to thwart the Soviet offensive near Lake Naroch.Commanding a large force, he went to the counter advancing troops, who managed to break through the German defenses.At the end of 1916, he was appointed commander of the General Staff of the Field.After Germany's defeat in the war Hindenburg became the head of the forces that were supposed to suppress the revolutionary actions.And it was thanks to him that was able to keep the military power necessary for the revival of power.
Conclusion
many losses and troubles has brought the First World War.The generals, as ordinary soldiers trying to lead his troops to victory.However, this is not always possible.Even the most successful at first fighting eventually turned into defeat.But heroic generals, their ability to act in military battles are not subject to any doubt.Whereas sometimes unconventional solutions, they turn back the enemy troops, forcing them to flee from the battlefield.And let it not been during the First World War, so many high-profile victories in the Great Patriotic War, to remember the names of the commanders is necessary.They made history in the states hardest times for people.
