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Russia had problems fighting on the eastern front during WW1, because Russia was poorly equipped to fight a modern war. Russians suffered one of the worst defeats of the war, causing them to retreat.

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Why were people fighting in the eastern front?

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What fighting tactic was used on the pacific front?

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What is meant by war on the eastern and western fronts?

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