Chronology of World War II
British cross the Rubicon
Tuesday, September 26, 1944 www.onwar.com

In Italy... Elements of the British 8th Army cross the Uso River (known in ancient times as the Rubicon River).

In Caserta... In liberated Italy, the Greek government in exile concludes an agreement with various guerrilla leaders who acknowledge its authority. Greek resistance groups and political factions agree to accept orders from the Allied Supreme Commander in the Mediterranean and from Lieutenant General Scobie, who was appointed by General Wilson to supervise the talks.

On the Western Front... Allied forces continue to attack in Belgium and Holland. Forces of the British 2nd Army capture Turnhout, midway between Antwerp and Eindhoven, and Oss, west of Grave, as the advance of British 30th Corps is consolidated.

In Britain... German cross-Channel guns carry out a heavy bombardment of Dover. One shell strikes a hostel, killing 49.

Over Occupied France... About 3500 tons of bombs are dropped on the German coastal batteries in Calais and Cap Gris Nez by the RAF.

On the Eastern Front... The


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