Germans invade Belgium, August 4th, 1914

On August 4th, Germans entered Belgium expecting an easy victory. However, Belgium's resistance, despite being a neutral country, led to severe consequences, including massacres and burning towns. This resistance caused a delay in the Schlieffen Plan, but only by one day before entering Brussels.

What was the initial reaction of the Germans upon entering Belgium?

What actions did the neutral country take in response to the invasion?

What were the consequences mentioned regarding the violation of neutrality?

How did the speaker describe the situation of the burning towns?

What was the significance of the delay in entering Brussels?