September 16 History Quiz — 5 Questions

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What Happened during the Siege of PrzemyśL in 1914?

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The Siege of Przemyśl is described as the longest siege in Europe during World War I. Which siege was longer in total duration?

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Which Russian general commanded the Third Army during the initial siege of Przemyśl?

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The fortress at Przemyśl was the only Austrian post that held out after the Battle of Galicia. How far did the Austrian front fall back to the Carpathian Mountains?

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How many kilometres of barbed wire were used to construct the new lines of defence around the perimeter of Przemyśl?

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What was the approximate size of the military garrison inside the fortress of Przemyśl when it was surrounded?

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