1.—Germany declares war on Russia.
1.—France orders mobilization.
2.—Germany demands free passage through Belgium.
3.—Germany declares war on France.
3.—Belgium rejects Germany's demand.
4.—Germany at war with Belgium. Troops under Gen. Von Kluck cross border. Halted at Liege.
4.—Great Britain at war with Germany. Kitchener becomes Secretary of War.
5.—President Wilson tenders good offices of United States in interests of peace.
6.—Austria-Hungary at war with Russia.
7.—French forces invade Alsace. Gen. Joffre in supreme command of French army.