world war 1 timeline By brianajavar Aug 1, 1914 Germany declared war on russia Period: Aug 1, 1914 to May 20, 1919 timeline Oct 18, 1914 first battle of ypres Oct 29, 1914 turkey entered war on germany Jan 19, 1915 The first Zeppelin raid on Britain took place May 23, 1915 Italy declared war on Germany and Austria Aug 5, 1915 The Germans captured Warsaw from the Russians Feb 21, 1916 Start of the Battle of Verdun Jun 4, 1916 Start of the Brusilov Offensive Aug 10, 1916 End of the Brusilov Offensive Apr 6, 1917 USA declared war on Germany Aug 8, 1918 The advance of the Allies was successful Nov 3, 1918 November 3rd Austria made peace