Chronology of World War II
Hong Kong surrendered to Japanese
Thursday, December 25, 1941 www.onwar.com

In Hong Kong...The British and Canadian manned garrison at Hong Kong surrender to the Japanese.

On Eastern Front... Soviet offensives continue to succeed before Moscow.

In North Africa... The advancing Allies reach Benghazi and Agebadia. The Axis forces continue to withdraw.

In the Philippines... The US defensive strategy continues with their withdrawal to the second line of defense at the Agno River. Japanese attacks continue.
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.