Chronology of World War II
US Coast Guard now controlled by Navy
Sunday, November 2, 1941 www.onwar.com

In the United States... The American Coast Guard service is placed under the control of the Navy.


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.