3 August 1914 August 2, 2011 Author: Staff Germany declares war against France early on in World War 1. Famous Words of Inspiration..."He who sedulously attends, pointedly asks, calmly speaks, coolly answers and ceases when he has no more to say is in possession of some of the best requisites of man." Johann Casper Lavater — Click here for more from Johann Casper Lavater No related posts. Categories: History Tags: 1914, 3 August