How the Polish-Soviet War shaped the borders of modern Eastern Europe
In short: This documentary examines the pivotal 1919-1921 conflict between Poland and the Bolshevik Army. It explores how this struggle, occurring in the volatile aftermath of the First World War, nearly exported the Russian revolution into Western Europe during the decisive Battle of Warsaw.
The Polish-Soviet War emerged as a critical point of instability in Eastern Europe following the First World War. As the Bolsheviks sought to expand their revolution westward, the conflict saw shifting advantages for both sides. The Battle of Warsaw stands out as a turning point where the potential for a wider European revolution was halted.
The war, spanning from 1919 to 1921, was instrumental in the creation of the modern geopolitical landscape of Eastern Europe. This documentary draws on extensive historical research to contextualize the conflict within the broader framework of the Russian Civil War and the fragile peace established after 1918.
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