The History of the American Expedition Fighting the Bolsheviki Campaigning in North Russia 1918-1919

The History of the American Expedition Fighting the Bolsheviki: Campaigning in North Russia 1918-1919 by Lewis E. Jahns is an account of the American intervention in the Russian Civil War during the period of 1918-1919. This intervention part of the broader Allied effort was aimed at supporting anti-Bolshevik forces and securing war supplies particularly munitions that were important for the fight against Germany during World War I. The book details the experiences of the American Expeditionary Force (AEF) in the northern regions of Russia where they faced not only Bolshevik forces but also harsh environmental conditions and logistical challenges.Jahns provides a thorough narrative of the American military's operations in North Russia covering the initial deployment the battles fought the soldiers' experiences and the strategic objectives that defined the campaign. The book explores the complexities of the mission including the difficulties of coordinating with Allied forces the impact of the Russian Revolution and the challenges of fighting in an unfamiliar terrain under extreme winter conditions.