Chronology of World War II
Iraqi leader flees to Iran 
Friday, May 30, 1941 www.onwar.com

In Iraq... Although the main Allied force is held up at Ur and the small British force from Habbaniyah is only advancing slowly, Rashid Ali gives up the struggle and flees to Iran.


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.