Ukraine Wins Battle of Irpin

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The battle of Irpin narrowly saved Ukraine. Here's how it went down.

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Russia 's assault on Kyiv was a surprise and Ukraine 's defenses near the capital were thin.

A businessman suggested a scheme that helped slow Russia 's advance.

Russia came dangerously close to capturing Kyiv in the early days of the Ukraine war .

But a depleted Ukrainian army brigade, hastily mobilized volunteers, and a businessman who blew up a dam saved the city.

Russian troops could have "bounced" the Irpin while Ukrainian defenses were weak by using undamaged bridges or building their own pontoons.

The Russians believed they would advance on the capital in what was basically a parade formation and not a combat movement, says Liam Collins , a former US Army Special Forces officer who has advised the Ukrainian military.

Ukraine also displayed a remarkable ability to quickly mobilize volunteers who proved effective.

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