What was Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich's role in the first year of World War I?
Commander in chief
Field Marshal
Lieutenant General
Admiral
Answer
Commander in chief, Grand Duke Nicholas Nikolaevich oversaw Russia's military operations during the first year of World War I. Despite initial successes, his forces faced significant challenges due to a lack of supplies and equipment. After a series of defeats, he was replaced as commander in chief in 1915.
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