Chronology of World War II
Iraqi nationalists agree to armistice
Saturday, May 31, 1941 www.onwar.com

Iraq... An armistice is agreed. The British right to station troops in the country is confirmed and the Iraqis undertake to do nothing to help the Axis.

Over Ireland... The Luftwaffe bombs Dublin by mistake. Lost German aircraft heading for Bristol and Liverpool kill 28 and seriously injure 87 Irish.

In Britain... Former Thai King Prajadhipok, son of Chulalongkorn, dies at Virginia Water, England at age 47.
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.