The following outline is provided as an overview of and topical guide to English Wikipedia articles about the Russo-Japanese War.
The Russo-Japanese War (8 February 1904 – 5 September 1905) was fought between the Russian Empire and the Empire of Japan over rival imperial ambitions in Manchuria and the Korean Empire. The major land battles of the war were fought on the Liaodong Peninsula and near Mukden in Southern Manchuria, with naval battles taking place in the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan.
Overviews The Russo-Japanese War ; (8 February 1904 – 5 September 1905) was fought between the Russian Empire and the Empire of Japan over rival imperial ambitions in Manchuria and the Korean Empire. The major land battles of the war were fought on the Liaodong Peninsula and near Mukden in Southern Manchuria, with naval battles taking place in the Yellow Sea and the Sea of Japan.
Russo-Japanese War – 1904–1905 war between Japan and Russia over imperial ambitions in East Asia Treaty of Portsmouth – 1905 peace treaty ending the Russo-Japanese War Bibliography of the Russo-Japanese War – Comprehensive list of books and scholarly works about the Russo-Japanese War. Timeline of the Russo-Japanese War – Chronological timeline of the Russo-Japanese War from 1904 to 1905
Background Triple Intervention – 1895 diplomatic move that reshaped Japanese ambitions before the war Manchuria–Mongolia problem – Diplomatic and territorial disputes in Northeast Asia influenced by the Russo-Japanese War aftermath. The First Sino-Japanese War (1894–1895), between China (Qing dynasty) and Japan (Empire of Japan), primarily over control of Korea
Aftermath and impact Hibiya incendiary incident – anti-government riot in Tokyo in response to the Treaty of Portsmouth Manchuria–Mongolia problem – geopolitical dispute in the region after the war Taishō Democracy – period of liberal reform in Japan partly influenced by postwar conditions
Religious and ceremonial Daigensuihō – imperial rite conducted by the Japanese emperor in wartime Theotokos of Port Arthur – Russian Orthodox icon associated with the war Defenders of Port Arthur Medal (est. 1905) – Japanese military decoration awarded to participants in the defense of Port Arthur. Port Arthur Cross (est. 1905) – Russian military award given for bravery in the defense of Port Arthur. Russo-Japanese War Medal – Japanese campaign medal awarded to soldiers and sailors who participated in the war.
Locations and geography Hill 203 – site of intense fighting during the Siege of Port Arthur Dongjiguan Mountain – key strategic location during the Siege of Port Arthur Shuishiying – Russian naval headquarters located near Port Arthur.
Lists List of warships sunk during the Russo-Japanese War – compilation of naval losses in the conflict List of battles of the Russo-Japanese War – overview of all major land and naval engagements
Cultural and media Battle of the Japan Sea (film) (1969) – Japanese war film depicting the Battle of Tsushima during the Russo-Japanese War. The Breath of the Gods (1920) – Silent film portraying cultural and military aspects of Japan around the time of the Russo-Japanese War. Saka no Ue no Kumo (TV series) (2009–2011) – Japanese television drama depicting events of the Russo-Japanese War.
Other topics Shuishiying – Qing military garrison involved in the conflict Honghuzi – Chinese irregulars involved in the war, often harassing Russian forces Defenders of Port Arthur Medal – Russian medal awarded for the defense of Port Arthur Russo-Japanese War Medal – Japanese military decoration awarded for service Z flag – naval signal flag famously raised by Admiral Tōgō before the Battle of Tsushima – Chinese naval vessel captured and used by Japan Honghuzi – Chinese bandits and guerrillas who played a role in the border conflicts related to the war. – Auxiliary naval asset involved indirectly in related conflicts.
Historiography and memory Bibliography of the Russo-Japanese War – list of scholarly works and sources on the conflict
Events and battles Land battles Raid on Yingkou (1904) – Japanese offensive operation against Russian supply lines during the war. Battle of Hsimucheng (10 July 1904) – Japanese victory over Russian forces in eastern Manchuria Battle of Liaoyang (24 August – 4 September 1904) – one of the largest land battles of the war, fought in August–September 1904 Battle of Motien Pass (10 July 1904) – early clash securing Japanese control of a strategic mountain pass Battle of Mukden (20 February – 10 March 1905) – massive battle and turning point ending in Russian retreat Battle of Nanshan (25 May 1904) – bloody assault securing Japanese advance toward Port Arthur Siege of Port Arthur (30 July 1904 – 2 January 1905) – prolonged siege of Russia’s key naval stronghold Raid on Yingkou (May 1904) – Japanese naval action targeting Russian logistics Japanese invasion of Sakhalin (7–31 July 1905) – final campaign capturing Russian island territory Battle of Sandepu (25–29 January 1905) – inconclusive winter battle in January 1905 Battle of Shaho (5–17 October 1904) – costly engagement with no clear victor in October 1904 Battle of Tashihchiao (24–25 July 1904) – Japanese tactical victory in July 1904 Battle of Te-li-Ssu (14–15 June 1904) – early Japanese success driving Russian forces from the field Battle of the Yalu River (1904) (30 April – 1 May 1904) – first major land battle, marking Japanese offensive into Manchuria
Naval battles List of warships sunk during the Russo-Japanese War – Record of naval vessels lost by both sides during the conflict.
Raid on Yingkou (May 1904) – Japanese naval raid during the war Battle of Chemulpo Bay (9 February 1904) – Japanese naval victory early in the war off the Korean coast Dogger Bank incident (21–22 October 1904) – mistaken Russian attack on British fishing vessels en route to Asia Hitachi Maru Incident (15 June 1904) – Russian interception and sinking of Japanese troop transports Battle of Korsakov (20 August 1904) – naval skirmish near Sakhalin during the final phase of the war Battle of Port Arthur (8–9 February 1904) – initial naval clash marking the outbreak of the war Battle of Tsushima order of battle (27–28 May 1905) – listing of ships and formations in the decisive battle Battle of Tsushima (27–28 May 1905) – decisive naval engagement ending Russian naval presence in East Asia Battle off Ulsan (14 August 1904) – clash between Russian Vladivostok squadron and Japanese cruisers Battle of the Yellow Sea (10 August 1904) – major fleet engagement during breakout attempt from Port Arthur
Military assets Russian military assets 6-inch siege gun M1877 – A heavy artillery piece used during the siege of Port Arthur. 8-inch mortar M1877 – A large-caliber mortar employed in coastal defense and siege operations. 9-inch mortar M1877 – A heavy mortar used by Russian forces for siege warfare. 11-inch mortar M1877 – A massive mortar utilized in the defense of key positions. 42-line field gun M1877 – A field artillery piece used by the Russian army during the conflict. 42-line fortress and siege gun Pattern of 1877 – A large-caliber gun used in fortifications and sieges. 75 mm 50 caliber Pattern 1892 – A naval gun developed in France and used by Russia during the war. 76 mm divisional gun M1902 – A field gun developed by the Putilov Works in Saint Petersburg. 76 mm gun M1900 – A light quick-firing field gun used in various conflicts. 87 mm light field gun M1877 – A light artillery piece used by Russian forces. 120 mm howitzer Model 1901 – A heavy howitzer used in siege and bombardment roles. 120 mm 45 caliber Pattern 1892 – A naval gun used by the Russian Empire during the war. 6 inch 35 caliber naval gun 1877 – A naval gun used by Russian warships. 152 mm 45 caliber Pattern 1892 – A coastal defense gun used during the conflict. 203 mm 45 caliber Pattern 1892 – A large-caliber gun used in coastal fortifications. 254 mm 45 caliber Pattern 1891 – A massive gun used in coastal defense. 11-inch gun M1877 – A heavy artillery piece used during the war. Russian 12-inch 40-caliber naval gun – A large-caliber naval gun used by Russian warships.
Russian naval assets Borodino-class battleship (commissioned 1901–1903) – Class of battleships built for the Imperial Russian Navy; most were lost or severely damaged at the Battle of Tsushima. Imperator Aleksandr II-class battleship (commissioned 1887–1889) – Class of pre-dreadnought battleships active during the war. Peresvet-class battleship (commissioned 1901–1903) – Class of fast battleships intended for long-range operations; suffered losses in the war. Petropavlovsk-class battleship (commissioned 1897–1899) – Class of battleships serving in the Pacific Fleet.
Bayan-class cruiser (commissioned 1902) – Class of armored cruisers; saw action in major naval battles including the Battle of Tsushima.
Russian Battleships Russian battleship Borodino (commissioned 1901) – Lead ship of the Borodino-class; sunk at the Battle of Tsushima. Russian battleship Imperator Aleksandr II (commissioned 1887) – Battleship that served in the Pacific Fleet; involved in combat and blockade duties. Russian battleship Imperator Aleksandr III (1901) (commissioned 1903) – Battleship; participated in fleet operations. Russian battleship Imperator Nikolai I (1889) (commissioned 1891) – Battleship; took part in early engagements of the war. Russian battleship Knyaz Suvorov (commissioned 1903) – Flagship of the Russian Baltic Fleet; sunk at the Battle of Tsushima. Russian battleship Navarin (commissioned 1895) – Battleship of the Baltic Fleet; fought in the Battle of Tsushima and was sunk. Russian battleship Oslyabya (commissioned 1898) – First Russian battleship built of Krupp armor; sunk at the Battle of Tsushima. Russian battleship Peresvet (commissioned 1901) – Lead ship of the Peresvet-class; participated in the Battle of Tsushima and was sunk. Russian battleship Petropavlovsk (1894) (commissioned 1897) – Flagship of the Pacific Squadron; sunk after hitting mines in 1904. Russian battleship Pobeda (commissioned 1904) – Battleship; joined the fleet late in the war. Russian battleship Poltava (1894) (commissioned 1899) – Battleship; severely damaged during the Battle of Tsushima. Russian battleship Retvizan (commissioned 1900) – Modern battleship; heavily damaged at the Battle of the Yellow Sea but survived. Russian battleship Sissoi Veliky (commissioned 1896) – Battleship of the Baltic Fleet; sunk at the Battle of Tsushima. Russian battleship Tsesarevich (commissioned 1901) – Flagship of the Baltic Fleet; severely damaged at the Battle of the Yellow Sea but escaped to Manila.
Russian Cruisers Russian cruiser Admiral Nakhimov (1885) (commissioned 1888) – Armored cruiser; participated in fleet operations, notably in the Pacific. Russian cruiser Askold (commissioned 1901) – Protected cruiser; involved in reconnaissance and fleet engagements. Russian cruiser Aurora (commissioned 1903) – Protected cruiser; took part in patrols and battles during the war. Russian cruiser Bayan (1900) (commissioned 1900) – Lead ship of the Bayan-class; active in combat and fleet operations. Russian cruiser Bogatyr (commissioned 1902) – Protected cruiser; engaged in naval battles and escort duties. Russian cruiser Boyarin (commissioned 1901) – Auxiliary cruiser; used for reconnaissance and transport. Russian cruiser Diana (commissioned 1897) – Protected cruiser; participated in fleet actions including the Battle of the Yellow Sea. Russian cruiser Dmitrii Donskoi (commissioned 1883) – Armored cruiser; took part in Pacific Squadron actions. Russian cruiser Gromoboi (commissioned 1899) – Armored cruiser; saw combat in fleet battles. Russian cruiser Izumrud (commissioned 1901) – Protected cruiser; performed scouting and escort duties.