Chronology of World War II
Japanese and Americans ready for Midway
Monday, May 25, 1942 www.onwar.com

From Japan... A Japanese small carrier task force consisting of two light carrier and two cruisers leave port in Hokkido. Their mission is to carry out a diversionary raid in the Aleutian Island off the coast of Alaska. 

From Hawaii... American submarines move into patrol positions as part of the countermeasures to the expected Japanese attack on Midway.

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.