Chronology of World War II
Royal Navy concentrates in home waters
Sunday, August 4, 1940 www.onwar.com

In the Mediterranean... British Force H leaves Gibraltar for home waters to counter the German invasion threat.

In the English Channel... There are German attacks on shipping.


This chronological study of the Second World War provides a comprehensive day-by-day account of WWII. While focused on the military history of the war, with an emphasis on the battles and campaigns fought, the timeline includes social and political history as well. Some Holocaust related events are already recorded and additional updates are pending. In so far as possible, the images included in this presentation are pictures from the given days. Additional information and images are welcome through the feedback form found on the index.