German offensive opens Polish campaigns

Allies take Douala, Cameroon

First battle of Albert, France.

Hindenberg becomes Central Powers Commander-in-Chief, Eastern Front

Russians beseige Przemysi, Galacia

Followers of ‘The Extraordinary and the Everyday’ blog may also be interested in the diaries of Warwickshire Regiment Sergeant Major George Beck which are being serialised by the Dorset History Centre. Many Avon Dassett men enlisted in the Royal Warwickshire Regiment, so Beck’s diary gives an insight into their experiences of World War I. It is also possible to follow the diary on Twitter @RSM_GBeck

U-9 sinks British cruiser Cressy and two others.

Serbian victory at the Drina River

German line in northern France holds at the Aisne