THE FIRST WORLD WAR AND LAISHEVSKY COUNTY
The article discusses the changes in Laishevsky county associated with the outbreak of the First World War, in particular with the arrival of refugees, prisoners of war and internees. Also shown are measures to help families who have gone to the front. Organizational measures of the zemstvo and government, and assistance from the local population were studied. It is concluded that these measures have benefited the listed categories of people.