Chronology of World War II
Germans capture Zhitomir
Friday, November 19, 1943 www.onwar.com

German troops in Zhitomir after the battleOn the Eastern Front... German forces retake Zhitomir as the Soviet forces realize their danger and withdraw.

In the Gilbert Islands... Carrier aircraft of US Task Force 50 (Admiral Pownall) raid Mili, Tarawa, Makin and Nauru as a prelude to landings. Four carrier groups are engaged in the operation. There are 11 carriers, 5 battleships and 6 cruisers in the American task force.

In Italy... In the east, the last German forces withdraw north of the Sangro River. Although the British 8th Army has also crossed the Sangro, it will prove necessary to mount a prepared assault to expand their foothold.
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.