1920 Polish-Soviet War

The 1920 Polish-Soviet War was a conflict between Poland and Soviet Russia over control of territories in Eastern Europe, including Ukraine and Belarus. After World War I, both nations sought to expand their influence; Poland aimed to secure its independence and borders, while Soviet Russia wanted to spread revolutionary ideas. The war saw intense battles, with Poland initially pushed back but eventually launching a successful counteroffensive, notably halting Soviet advances at the Battle of Warsaw. The conflict concluded with the Treaty of Riga, establishing Poland's eastern borders and ending the immediate war, shaping the region's political landscape for years.