Halicz (Galicia) is captured by the Russians.
The blockade of Tsingtau (Kiao-Chau) begins (see Aug. 15, Nov. 7).
The German cruiser Magdeburg runs ashore in the Gulf of Finland, and is blown up by her captain.
Aug. 28 (Fri.)
The Battle of the Bight of Heligoland: British destroyers supported by light cruisers and battle cruisers sink three German cruisers and two destroyers; no British vessel is lost.
New Zealand troops, supported by an Allied naval force, occupy German Samoa.
Aug. 29 (Sat.)
The British Army, in touch at last with the French on both flanks, rests temporarily for the first time in 'the Retreat.' General Joffre and Sir J. French meet and confer at Compiègne. In the evening the retreat is resumed in an orderly manner.
The Battle of Tannenberg ends in a complete victory for the Germans (see Aug. 26).
Aug. 30 (Sun.)