Chronology of World War II
Brazil declares war on Germany, Italy
Saturday, August 22, 1942 www.onwar.com

From Brazil... The government of Brazil declares war on Germany and Italy after the recent sinking of several Brazilian ships by Axis forces.


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.