Chronology of World War II
Japanese reinforce in New Guinea
Sunday, August 16, 1942 www.onwar.com

Japanese troops in New GuineaIn New Guinea... More Japanese reinforcements arrive for the fighting against the Australians on the Kokoda Trail near Buna.


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.