The Austro-Hungarian Army

The Austro-Hungarian Army was the military force of the Austro-Hungarian Empire, which existed from 1867 to 1918. It comprised troops from diverse ethnic groups within the empire, including German, Hungarian, Czech, and Italian soldiers. The army played a significant role in World War I, initially achieving some successes but ultimately struggling against well-coordinated Allied forces. Its command structure and logistics were often criticized, leading to heavy losses. The empire's defeat in the war contributed to its dissolution, and the army was disbanded in 1918, marking the end of this multi-ethnic military organization.