Chronology of World War II
American planes land at Henderson Field
Thursday, August 20, 1942 www.onwar.com

The Henderson Field air stripIn the Solomon Islands.. On Guadalcanal, the first aircraft, 31 fighters from the escort carrier USS Long Island are flown into Henderson Field Air Strip.


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.