ect negotiations with
Russia; refuses four-power mediation; declares war on Serbia, and
mobilizes eight army corps. Russia begins partial mobilization.
Great Britain asks Germany her plan of mediation between Russia and
Austria-Hungary.

July 29, 1914. Germany attempts to secure neutrality of Great
Britain in case of Austro-Hungarian and Russian war. Great Britain
warns Germany that if France is involved in war she will support
her.

July 30, 1914. Austria-Hungary, advised by Germany, agrees to resume
negotiations with Russia, but not on basis of Serbian reply. Germany
asks Russia's explanation of her mobilization. Russia agrees to stop
mobilization if Austria-Hungary respects Serbian sovereignty. After
negotiations with Austria-Hungary, Russia orders general
mobilization of army and navy. France reminds Great Britain of her
naval agreement. Great Britain refuses Germany's proposal that she
remain neutral if French territory in Europe is respected, and
proposes that Germany occupy Belgrade and force mediation by the
powers.

July 31, 1914. Austria-Hungary accepts Anglo-German proposal for
four-power mediation on basis of temporary prosecution of military
measures against Serbia. Russia agrees to take no military action
pending negotiations. Germany refuses to press Austria-Hungary so
long as Russia mobilizes; sends ultimatum to Russia and France, and
refuses to answer about respecting neutrality of Belgium. France
agrees to respect this neutrality.

August 1, 1914. Austria orders general mobilization, but continues
discussion with Russia, and gives way on only point remaining at
issue. Germany orders general mobilization and declares war on
Russia. France orders general mobilization. Great Britain refuses
Germany's request to secure French neutrality in Russo-German war,
and to remain neutral herself if Germany respect Belgian neutrality.
Belgium declares she will uphold neutrality. Italy decides to remain
neutral.

August 2, 1914. Great Britain agrees to give naval aid to France in
event of German attack. Germany sends ultimatum to Belgium about
passage of troops. German troops enter Luxemburg.

August 3, 1914. Germany declares war on France and bids for British
neutrality by offering not to attack northern French coast nor use
Belgium and Dutch ports as bases. Great Britain refuses offer.
Belgium refuses Germany's ultimatum.

August 4, 1914. Germany sends second ultimatum to Belgium,
threatening force, and