mikenov on Twitter: RT @MilHistNow: On this day in 1853, 80,000 Russian troops cross into the Ottoman-controlled territories of Moldavia, Wallachia and the Dan…

On this day in 1853, 80,000 Russian troops cross into the Ottoman-controlled territories of Moldavia, Wallachia and the Danubian Principalities. The invasion triggers what will become the Crimean War. pic.twitter.com/g59PhwCEk8