updated: 11/15/2020
In this video, I demonstrate the strategy for Russia's Turn 1 (R1) according to "Don's Essays" followed by my own recommended R1 moves.
*as of 9/27/2019 I no longer play without Russia Restricted. It is absolutely necessary for game balance. Please see my video, "Russia Restricted: Why you need it" video for more info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTIXI3DgIVg&feature=youtu.be
**I now only advocate placing two armor in Persia. I leave the "third" armor with the 19 infantry, two fighters and AA gun in Karelia.