Chronology of World War II
German ace downed over Britain
Thursday, November 28, 1940 www.onwar.com

Over Britain... British Spitfire fighters intercept a German Me109 formation off the Isle of Wight. Flight Lieutenant Dundas shoots down the German ace Major Wick (with 56 victories) and is himself killed seconds later. During the night, there is a German bombing raid on Liverpool by about 300 aircraft. A parachute mine explosion kills 164 and injures 96.


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.