April 12 (Fri.)

The Germans strike northwards from the salient; they reach Bailleul and capture Neuve Eglise; the British withdraw from the Messines Ridge; further south the Germans cross the Lawe and threaten St. Venant.

A Zeppelin raid on the east coast of England and the Midlands (five killed).

April 13 (Sat.)

The British repulse German attacks from Météren to Wulverghem and recapture Neuve Eglise.

The Caucasus:—The Turks capture Batoum and 3000 prisoners.

April 14 (Sun.)

The British withdraw from Neuve Eglise.

April 15 (Mon.)