The Battle of Kars took place in 1918 during the aftermath of World War I. It was fought between the forces of the Ottoman Empire and the Armenian Republic. The battle was significant as it marked a key moment in the territorial disputes following the collapse of the Ottoman Empire. The conflict resulted in a decisive victory for the Armenian forces, leading to the capture of the city of Kars. This battle was part of a larger struggle for control over the region, which included various ethnic groups and national interests, ultimately influencing the borders of modern-day Turkey and Armenia.