Battle of Vystavka facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Battle of Vystavka
Part of the Allied North Russia Intervention during the Russian Civil War
Date January 27–early March 1919 Location Vystavka, Arkhangelsk Governorate, Russian SFSR Result Bolshevik victory
Belligerents
United States  Canada White Army	Bolshevik Russia

The Battle of Vystavka was an important fight during the Allied intervention in the Russian Civil War. It happened in early 1919. Soldiers from the United States, Canada, and the White Army defended the village of Vystavka. They were attacked many times by the Red Army.

What Was the Battle of Vystavka?

The Battle of Vystavka was a series of attacks and defenses. It took place from late January to early March 1919. Allied forces tried to hold their ground against the Red Army. The fighting happened around the village of Vystavka in Russia.

Why Were Allies in Russia?

After World War I, Russia was in a Russian Civil War. This was a fight between two main groups. The "Reds" were the Bolsheviks, who wanted to create a communist government. The "Whites" were against the Bolsheviks. Some countries, called the Allies, sent soldiers to Russia. They wanted to help the White Army. This was known as the Allied intervention.

The Retreat to Vystavka

Before the Battle of Vystavka, the Allied forces had faced a tough defeat. This happened at the Battle of Shenkursk. After that loss, the Allied soldiers had to move back. They first went to a place called Shegovary. Then, they moved another 25 miles to Vystavka. They arrived there on January 27.

Fighting at Vystavka

Once they reached Vystavka, the Allied soldiers quickly built defenses. They knew the Red Army would follow them. For several weeks, the Red Army launched many attacks. The Allied forces fought hard to defend the village. They managed to hold their positions for a long time.

The End of the Battle

In early March, the Red Army started a very heavy attack. They used many cannons to bombard the Allied positions. Because of this strong attack, the Allies had to retreat again. They moved about 5 more miles downstream to a village called Kitsa. After this, the Red Army stopped their attacks in that area. The Battle of Vystavka was the last time Canadian soldiers were involved in a fight during the Russian Civil War. However, other Allied countries continued to have clashes.