Chronology of World War II
German Afrika Korps capture Benghazi
Thursday, January 29, 1942 www.onwar.com

Afrika Korps half-track moving through desertIn North Africa... Rommel's forces retake Benghazi and continue to advance. 

In Iran... a treaty of alliance is signed with Britain and the USSR, opening the supply route for Allied forces through Iran.

From Washington... General Harmon becomes Chief of Staff, USAAF, succeeding General Spaatz, who is moved to Air Force Combat Command.
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.