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In the North Atlantic... The Italian blockade-runner Pietro
Orseolo is attacked off the coast of Spain by British Beaufort and
Beaufighter torpedo bombers. Escorting German destroyers shoot down 5 of
the aircraft. After dark, the US submarine Shad hits the ship
with a torpedo, causing substantial damage. |
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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.
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