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Battle of Doiran

The Battle of Doiran was a series of military engagements during World War I, primarily between British and Bulgarian forces around Lake Doiran in Macedonia (modern-day Greece and North Macedonia) from 1916 to 1918. The Allies aimed to break through Bulgarian defenses, but the Bulgarians held strong positions, resulting in heavy casualties and limited territorial gains. The battle highlights the challenging mountainous terrain and tough defensive strategies that made the campaign difficult. Ultimately, despite several assaults, the Allies struggled to achieve a decisive victory at Doiran, contributing to the broader struggle on the Macedonian Front.