The war between Russia and the Ottomans draws to a close when the
Turks capitulate at Shipka Pass (in present-day Bulgaria) and
appeal to Russia for an armistice.
Citation:
Editors. "Turks capitulate at Shipka Pass and appeal to Russia for an armistice".
The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011
[http://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=18750, accessed 18 June 2013.]