Chronology of World War II
Allied evacuation from Andalsnes complete
Wednesday, May 1, 1940 www.onwar.com

Allied soldiers withdrawn from AndalsnesIn Norway... The evacuation of Andalsnes is completed. Altogether 4400 men have been taken off but much equipment has been lost. The Norwegians surrender in Lillehammer.


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.