September 26

The first troops from the Indian Expeditionary Force arrive in Marseilles, having travelled from India via the Suez Canal. This is the first time Indian troops have set foot on European soil.

Indian troops marching through Marseilles

 
The SMS Emden begins four days of activity off Ceylon during which she claims six prizes.

The 26th Brigade RFA remains in position. Two damaged guns  of 117 and one of 118 are withdrawn from Paissy during the night of 26-27.