The Serbo-Turkish Wars (1876-1878)

Question 1

What three bullet points summarize the events of the Serbs-Turkish wars of 1876-1878?

Answer 1

• Serbia declares war to free Serbs still under Turks but is defeated
• Serbia joins war again after a year, this time capturing Niš, Vranje, and other territories
• After Russia defeats Ottomans, the Congress of Berlin officially recognizes Serbia’s full independence

Question 2

What is the timeline of events of the Serbo-Turkish War of 1876-1878 in three bullet points?

Answer 2

• Serbia declares war to free Serbs still under Turks but is defeated
• Serbia joins war again after a year, this time capturing Niš, Vranje, and other territories
• After Russia defeats Ottomans, the Congress of Berlin officially recognizes Serbia’s full independence

Question 3

What are all the territories Serbia captured after it re-entered the Serbo-Turkish war of 1876-1878?

Answer 3

1. Niš
2. Vranje
3. Pirot
4. Leskovac
5. The Toplica Region