Belgium
Chronological events that took place in Belgium.
- 1914
- 1 August – Decides to defend neutrality.
- 2 August – Receives German ultimatum.
- 3 August – Appeals to Great Britain for aid.
- 4 August – Invaded by Germany.
- 8 August – Main army falls back towards the River Dyle.
- 9 August – Receives offer of German peace.
- 12 August – Declines offer of German peace.
- 17 August – Government moves to Antwerp.
- 7 October – Government moves to Ostend.
- 13 October – Government moves to Havre.
References/notes
Source: Lord Edward Gleichen (1918–1920). Chronology of the War. Volumes I, II & III. Constable & Company, London. (Copyright expired)