Chronology of World War II
German army attacking Sevastopol
Friday, December 19, 1941 www.onwar.com

In Berlin... Hitler formally removes Brauchitsch as Commander in Chief of the German Army, taking the position himself. 

On Eastern Front... Germans continue the attack on Sevastopol, Soviets bring 14,000 men and supplies into the area as reinforcements.

In the Philippines... Japanese land 500 men from the 56th Infantry Regiment near Davao on Mindanao.


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.