DAgestan | grozny returns
April 20-21, 2018
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The USSR’s collapse in December 1991 allowed Soviet satellite states to break free from Russian control. Chechnya declared full independence from Moscow in 1993. The “Chechen Republic of Ichkeria” was formed, under the leadership of Dzhokhar Dudayev, a former Soviet Air Force General.
Thousands of ethnic Russians fled the new republic to escape Chechens seeking revenge after decades of Soviet repression. Chechnya’s economy crumbled, and the nation’s people were heavily divided along political and ethnic lines. In August 1993, Dudayev’s opponents organized themselves into the “Provisional Council of the Chechen Republic” and started an armed revolt against Dudayev’s supporters. Russia established a blockade around the Chechen Republic, and un-marked Russian aircraft began flying missions over Grozny. Russian troops assisted the forces of the Provisional Council in early battles against Dudayev’s army. The opposition forces, joined by Russian troops, launched a badly organized assault on Grozny in October 1994, followed by a second, larger attack in November. Despite Russian support, both attempts failed. In a major embarrassment for the Kremlin, Dudayev loyalists captured 20 Russian Army soldiers and about 50 Russian mercenaries. These prisoners were paraded in front of television cameras and created a public relations disaster for President Boris Yeltsin’s struggling Russian government. On November 29, 1993, Yeltsin issued an ultimatum to all warring factions in Chechnya, ordering them to disarm and surrender. When the government in Grozny refused, Yeltsin ordered his army to "restore constitutional order" by force. On December 11, 1993, Russian forces launched an attack toward Grozny. Yeltsin’s invasion managed to do what had not been possible before – it united the Chechens behind Dudayev’s government. Chechens from all walks of life – including many Chechen veterans of the former Soviet Army - flocked to defend their country from the Russian onslaught. Early fighting in the campaign was brutal, as both sides struggled to adjust to the new reality of open war. Despite their initial surprise at the ferocity of the Chechen defense, the Russians buckled down for a nasty fight. Russian soldiers have always learned quickly, and street fighting is part of their heritage. Although vastly outnumbered and outgunned, the Chechen fighters were well motivated, and they were fighting on their home turf. Many of the Chechen militia knew Russian tactics, and all knew the Russian language. On December 31, the first Russian tanks rumbled into Grozny. As Russian soldiers advanced warily into Grozny’s bombed out streets, Chechen voices crackled over the Russian radio net - “Welcome to hell”. frequently asked questionsQ. When is this event?
A. April 21st however there will be a night game on the 20th Q. How much is this event? A. Preregistration price is $60 per ticket. Walk ons will be an additional $5 if the event does not sell out. Q. What are the uniform requirements for the Russian faction? A. Woodland, digital woodland/marpat, od green, authentic GREEN Russian kits Q. Are authentic Russian kits allowed? A. Yes as long as they are green based. Q. What are the uniform requirements for the Chechens? A. Civilian clothing is suggested. Absolutely no green. Black and black based camos (including black multicam) will be chechen. Chechan fighters are allowed to wear mutlicam pants only. Q. What team is acu on? A. Acu is not allowed for this event. Q. Is Multicam allowed? A. Multicam pants are allowed for Chechan Fighters. Q. Is camping allowed? A. Yes. Camping will be allowed and encouraged Friday night. Q. Is full auto allowed? A. No. SAWs will the the only class allowed to shoot full auto. Q. Are high caps allowed? A. Yes but you will be limited to 4 on your person. We suggest midcaps for the best experience. Q. How many mid caps can I carry? A. There will not be a limit. Q. Can I run a box mag on my m4? A. No. Q. Why not? A. Because I said so. Q. What will the medic rules be? A. Standard IFAK. 2 per person. |