16.—Bullecourt captured by British in the Arras battles.

17.—Honduras breaks with Germany.

18.—Conscription bill signed by President Wilson.

19.—Nicaragua breaks with Germany.

22-26.—Italians advance on the Carso.

June

4.—Senator Root arrives in Russia at head of commission appointed by President.

5.—Registration day for new draft army in United States.

7.—Messines-Wytschaete ridge in English hands.

8.—Gen. Pershing, Commander-in-Chief of American expeditionary force, arrives in England en route to France.