Chronology of World War II
Montgomery in charge of British 8th Army
Thursday, August 13, 1942 www.onwar.com

Montgomery begins his preparationsIn North Africa... British General Montgomery assumes command of the 8th Army while on a visit to the front. His first action is to remedy the inadequate defenses against German attack.

On the Eastern Front... German advances continue with the 4th Panzer Army moving southeast toward Elista.

In the Mediterranean... the convoy to Malta continues to suffer losses with the sinking of the British cruiser Manchester and five more freighters. Two more freighters are subsequently sunk.
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.