Chronology of World War II
Italian marshal leads new government
Monday, July 26, 1943 www.onwar.com

Marshal Badoglio heads new Italian governmentIn Rome... Marshal Badoglio forms a new government and declares martial law. He public claims loyalty to the Axis alliance with Germany.

In the Solomon Islands... US forces continue to make slow progress with heavy air and artillery support. Tanks and flame throwers are also used.


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.