Polish Army defends Poland against Soviet incursion in 1920

In 1920, border disputes escalated into war between Poland and Russia. Amidst the Great Revolution, Poland faced weakened Russian troops. President Pilsudski anticipated a Russian threat to Poland and took action. A powerful Russian counterattack reached Warsaw, leading to a siege. However, the Polish army successfully defended the city, capturing many Russian soldiers.

What event in Russia coincided with the border disputes with Poland in 1920?

• The Great Revolution

• The Bolshevik Uprising

• The Russian Civil War

• The Industrial Revolution

How did the Polish civilians respond to the threat of war in 1920?

• They enlisted in large numbers

• They fled to neighboring countries

• They protested against the government

• They remained neutral

What was President Pilsudski's main concern regarding Russian intentions?

• That Russia would invade France

• That Russia would form an alliance with Germany

• That Russia would seek peace with Poland

• That Russia would dominate White Russia and then Poland

What was the outcome of the Russian counterattack on Warsaw?

• Warsaw was saved by the Polish army

• The Polish army was defeated

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• The Russians captured Warsaw

What happened to the Russian soldiers after the battle of Warsaw?

• They retreated to Moscow

• They joined the Polish army

• They were sent to Germany

• They were captured and interned