Secretary of State for Defence1862
Appointed Minister of Defence
Historical person
Dmitri Milyutin Biography
Historical biography and chronological timeline for Dmitri Milyutin, based on 5 World History Database records associated with Russia.
5 records1862–18743 events1 places
Chronological biography
1862
1863
Reform of Armed Forces1863
Removes some corporal punishment. Reduces length of service from 25 to 16 years. Creates the office of Chief of Staff. Creates military districts
1874
Legislation1 January 1874
Passes the Conscription Act for all levels of Russian Society. Men are liable to service at the age of 20 with each district providing a quota
Reform of Armed Forces1 January 1874
Passes the Conscription Act for all levels of Russian Society. Men are liable to service at the age of 20 with each district providing a quota
Reform of Armed Forces13 January 1874
Conscription comes into effect
Titles and roles
Secretary of State for Defence
Record provenance
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