Chronology of World War II
Italians mine Sicilian Channel
Tuesday, August 6, 1940 www.onwar.com

In the Mediterranean... The Italians place extensive minefields in the Sicilian Channel.

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

In East Africa... Odweina is taken by the Italians.


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.