October 8-19, 1914
The battle along the extreme northern end of the front has narrowed to a flat featureless district in Belgium known as Flanders. The British Army, including elements of cavalry and East Indian regiments, is being moved here to protect the channel ports from domination by the Germans. The hard fighting Belgium Army, evacuated from Antwerp, regroups after the surrender of the city and joins them. The forces concentrate around the Belgian city of Ypres. The French call it "eep", to the tommies it is called "wipers".
The French Commander Joffre is a little worried that the proximity of the British forces to the English Channel may facilitate a return to their home island if the war takes a turn for the worse for the Allies. Her urges caution on Sir John French.
On October 10th, forces of the German Army finally occupy Antwerp after a difficult siege. It's another disaster for the Allies.
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