How long did it take for Russia to mobilize during the first world war?

Question

I know that war was declared on July 28th, but when was there actual fighting? thanks.

Answer 1

originally thought it would take 40 days but the russian were fighting the germans sooner. assassination took place 6/28/14 and the germans and russians were fighting in late august. july was spent trying to avoid the war and giving the serbs an ulitatum which they did not sign. so i would say about 20 days actually to get started once war was bound to happen

Answer 2

Russia was basically ready right after Archduke Ferdinand was assassinated and germany began to mobilize. Once the Germans started fighting, the Russkies were ready.

Answer 3

20 years