The Russian Empire was very much involved with the events leading up to the ‘war that would end all wars’. The Russian leader was given many choices and each had its own consequences, some very lethal to the Russians. The Russian Empire had a very strong and cunning leader. The leader had known the repercussions for the choices he would make in the coming days before the ‘Great War’. He was very clever and that was what saved Russia from its downfall after the war. He had chosen diplomats that served his purpose well and knew how to be convincing with foreign affairs. And a recorder that wrote down every scrutinizing detail that had happened during the time of war. With everything in place, the Russians were ready to conquer and destroy. The Russian leader had anticipated for the negotiations made …show more content…
Making alliances seemed to be a great idea to all the Great Powers during the beginning of the war. Although, towards the end, it was every man for himself, or in this scenario, every country for itself. The Russians realized that soon the allies will be turning against each other. Eventually, one of their own allies will betray them. Admittedly, the Russians were guilty of this as well. Although the alliance between them and Austria-Hungary was binding them through a contract, it was not legal, it could be broken at any time. And that is what the Russians did, they broke the contract with Austria-Hungary by attacking and dominating their land once again. That was a difficulty the Russian leader was awaiting. Fortunately, the Russians did not suffer due to that. The Russian leader was very faithful towards his allies. And also was a dear companion with the English and the French leader. Perhaps they bonded over a cup of tea or a simple game of Russian roulette, one is not sure. But their mutual alliance served them well and had not been broken throughout the