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The Siege of Samarkand 1868: Russia's Central Asian Turning Point
In 1868, Russian forces under General Konstantin von Kaufman seized Samarkand, only to face a desperate counter-siege by local rebels led by Jurabek. This episode of The Story of Uzbekistan explores the brutal fall of the city, the pivotal battle at Chupan Ata, and the aftermath that reshaped Central Asia. We examine the Russian conquest, the roles of Emir Muzaffar and the Bukharan army, and the strategic importance of the Zeravshan Valley. Discover how a small garrison held out against overwhelming odds, and how the siege paved the way for the Russian Empire's domination of the region…
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