Russian VIII Corps (Shipka, 1877–1878)
Corps · Russian Empire · April 24, 1877 – March 3, 1878
Fyodor Radetzky's corps, which held the Shipka Pass through the autumn and winter.
View on map Fought in Russo-Turkish War (1877–1878)
Engagements 1
- July 17, 1877 – January 9, 1878 Battle of Shipka Pass
Movements
- August 21, 1877 – January 8, 1878 Holds the Shipka Pass Battle of Shipka Pass Map
- January 9, 1878 Captures the Ottoman army at Sheynovo Battle of Shipka Pass Map