July 26 Baku Coup d'état

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July Days (Baku 1918)

The July Days or July Events in Baku, also known as the Baku Coup of 1918, were a series of clashes that occurred between July 25–26, 1918 (according to the Julian calendar then in use), in Baku, Azerbaijan. These events were a significant chapter in the struggle for power in the Caucasus region following the collapse of the Russian Empire.

Background

Following the Russian Revolution of 1917, Azerbaijan witnessed a power vacuum and a struggle for control between various factions, including Bolsheviks, Azerbaijani nationalists, and Turkish forces.

Events

On July 25–26, 1918, Bolshevik forces launched an uprising in Baku with the aim of seizing control of the city and establishing Soviet power. The clashes resulted in significant casualties on both sides, with estimates of deaths ranging from hundreds to thousands.

Outcome

Despite initially gaining control of the city, the Bolsheviks were eventually defeated by a coalition of Azerbaijani nationalists, Turkish troops, and British forces. The events marked a critical moment in the struggle for independence in Azerbaijan and the wider Caucasus region.

Legacy

The July Events of 1918 had a profound impact on the political landscape of Azerbaijan, shaping its path towards independence and influencing subsequent developments in the region.

See also

• Southern Front of the Russian Civil War
• History of Azerbaijan

References

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