Chronology of World War II
Allied and Axis troops locked in combat
Tuesday, July 27, 1943 www.onwar.com

Allied artillery firing at night on SicilyIn Sicily... Heavy fighting takes place at Agira and Nicosia.


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.