July 30—Alliance with England may involve Government in war in case of attack on British warships.
Aug. 1—Navy prepared.
Aug. 2—Emperor summons Council and asks War Minister to report on condition of army; warships get ready.
Aug. 4—Proclamation prepares people for war on behalf of England.
Aug. 5—Count Okuma says Japan would have liked to join the United States in mediation offer.
Aug. 7—Warships off Tsing-tau; reserve army officers told to be ready; navy squadrons organized.
Aug. 11—Army aboard transports.
Aug. 12—Telegraphic communication with Europe interrupted; Ambassador confers with Russian Foreign Minister.
Aug. 17—Official announcement in London that Japanese operations will be confined to China Sea and to protection; ultimatum to Germany made with concurrence of England.
Aug. 18—Count Okuma emphasizes war limitation and England reassures the United States; ultimatum to Germany was not inspired by England.