Chronology of World War II
US troops target Horseshore Hill
Wednesday, July 28, 1943 www.onwar.com

American troops firing mortors on New GeorgiaIn the Solomon Islands... On New Georgia the American attack continues. The present objective is Horseshoe Hill. Two Japanese destroyers are sunk by aircraft near Rabaul.

In the Aleutian Islands...The Japanese evacuate most of their garrison on Kiska Island with being detected by American forces.

In Sicily... Nicosia is captured by American troops and Agira is taken by Canadians.
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.