Chronology of World War II
10,000 German troops in Tunisia
Sunday, November 15, 1942 www.onwar.com

In Tunisia... German build up continues to mount and there are now 10,000 troops taking up positions. They have over 100 combat planes and a advantage in the airstrips. They were French regular bases and have all weather runways. 

In Algeria... The British 36th Brigade captures Tabarka on the coast road to Bizerta. US Paratroops take the airfield at Youks les Bains near Tebessa. 

In New Guinea... The construction of rudimentary bridges on the Kumsumi River allows an Australian advance to take Wairopi and Ilimow.

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.