After the Russian Revolution and the withdrawal of the Russian army, Nzhdeh's unit fought in the skirmishes at Alaja (near Ani, spring 1918), allowing secure passage for retreating Armenian forces into Alexandropol (modern-day Gyumri).
As a result of the Russian collapse and the departure of the Russian army, Nzhdeh's unit engaged in skirmishes at Alaja (close to Ani, spring 1918), facilitating the safe retreat of Armenian troops into Alexandropol (now known as Gyumri).