August 12, 1914
I leave Hongkong aboard the China, where I meet a few of my fellow passengers from the Manchuria. One of these is a German who… Read More »August 12, 1914
Anonymous German Reservist in Manila
August 11, 1914
In the afternoon we are herded out in troops of ten and taken before the Provost Marshal one by one. I put on the most… Read More »August 11, 1914
August 10, 1914
According to a report of the Tokyo German Embassy, a Japanese attack may be expected within the hour. The report is denied during the day.… Read More »August 10, 1914
August 9, 1914
The Austrian cruiser Kaiserin Elisabeth goes to sea for target practice. THE JAPANESE NEWSPAPERS ARE FIRM IN ASSURANCES THAT JAPAN HAS NO HOSTILE INTENTIONS TOWARDS… Read More »August 9, 1914
August 8, 1914
At last the telegram arrives. “We should go head with our trip and not worry. On our arrival at Hongkong it would be seen what… Read More »August 8, 1914
August 7, 1914
I board the ship at Manila with a perfect contempt for death. Then I wait. The steamer is supposed to leave at three. It is… Read More »August 7, 1914
August 6, 1914
The news is received that England has declared war on Germany. I am called to the Consulate once more and am ordered to get myself… Read More »August 6, 1914
August 5, 1914
The S.M.S. Emden brings in the steamer Reysan of the Russian Volunteer fleet. The steamer, Reysan is armed with guns from the S.M.S. Cormoran and… Read More »August 5, 1914
August 4, 1914
The North German Lloyd Steamer Prinz Eitel Friedrich is being commissioned as an auxiliary cruiser with the help of the dismounted guns from the SMS… Read More »August 4, 1914
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