Chronology of World War II
A German bridgehead over the Dniepr
Thursday, July 17, 1941 www.onwar.com

German AA gun protects engineers building bridgeOn the Eastern Front... The Germans develop an important bridgehead over the Dniepr River near Mogilev. 

From Moscow... In an attempt to stiffen resistance the political commissars are restored to the Soviet army and navy units.


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.