ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

South Russia (1919–1920)

Okay kiddo, so let's talk about South Russia in 1919-1920.

Back then, there was a big war going on in Russia. There were different groups fighting for control of the country. One of those groups was called the White Army. They were made up of people who didn't like the new government that had taken over after the Russian Revolution.

The White Army was led by a guy named Anton Denikin. He wanted to take over the whole country and make things like they used to be under the old government. But first, he had to take control of South Russia.

South Russia was a big area with a lot of people living there. Some of them supported Denikin and the White Army, but others didn't. There were also different groups and armies fighting each other in South Russia.

Things got really bad for the people living there. There was a lot of fighting and violence. Many people were forced to leave their homes and became refugees.

The situation in South Russia was complicated and messy, just like when you have a big puzzle that's all mixed up. But eventually, the White Army lost control of South Russia and the fighting stopped.

It's important to remember that wars and conflicts like this are always tough for the people who live there. It's not just about who wins or loses, but also about the impact it has on people's lives.