Sir Fredrick Maude, and the Russians

Having been formerly disgraced, both Britain and India made radical changes to the commanding force in Mesopotamia. Sir Fredrick Maude was appointed commander, and Britain would never regret that move. However, before Maude came to power, there was an odd event that occurred. A Russian unit, under the command of General Baratov, found their way onto the Mesopotamian front. Surprised but relived, the still in command Nixion asked for aid in helping out Townshend. The Russians agreed, and attempted to help Townshend with the battle of Khanagin in June of 1916. However, they proved just as useless as the other attempts, and were ultimately crushed. They quickly pulled out, and no more Russians would interfere in the Mesopotamian Front.