German invasion of Belgium (1914)

August 4 – October 31, 1914 · Belgium

Result German victory

Germany invaded neutral Belgium to outflank the French army. The invasion brought Britain into the war, and German troops killed thousands of Belgian civilians during the advance.

Central Powers

Allies

Strength and losses

Strength
750,000
Casualties
20,000
Strength
766,400
Casualties
30,000

Belgium Strength 220,000

France Strength 299,000

United Kingdom Strength 247,400