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).
Following the Russian Revolution and the evacuation of Russian troops, Nzhdeh's unit fought in the skirmishes at Alaja (close to Ani, spring 1918), making it possible for Armenian forces to safely withdraw into Alexandropol (now known as Gyumri).