Chronology of World War II
Kaiser Wilhelm dies in exile
Wednesday, June 4, 1941 www.onwar.com

Kaiser Wilhelm shortly before his deathIn Occupied Holland... The former Kaiser of imperial Germany, Wilhelm II, dies at home in Doorn, aged 82.

In Iraq... A new Iraqi Cabinet is formed under British auspices. British forces are now moving through the country establishing control of key points. Some of the British troops will be ready to move into Syria later in the month.
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.