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Ultimatum to Russia

When
27 February 1854
Where
Diplomatic correspondence
Part of
Britain's ultimatum to Russia and the sailing of the Baltic Fleet, 1854

Britain and France demanded Russian withdrawal from Moldavia and Wallachia on 27 February 1854.

The United Kingdom and France issued a formal demand for the withdrawal of Russian forces from the Danubian Principalities. This diplomatic pressure preceded the formal declaration of war in March 1854 and reflected growing concern over Russian influence in the region.

Sources

  1. Crimean War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-04

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