Chronology of World War II
British election results delayed
Thursday, July 5, 1945 www.onwar.com

British soldier casts his ballot overseasIn Britain... The British general election is held. The results are not available until July 26th because of the time taken to bring home and count votes of the soldiers serving abroad.

In Washington... It is announced that General Spaatz will lead the US Strategic Air Force in the campaign against Japan.

In London and Washington... Britain and the United States recognize a new Polish government of National Unity. Mikolajczyk, former leader of the London based Polish government in exile, is one of the deputy premiers. 

In the Greater Sunda Islands... On Borneo, reinforcements for troops of the Australian 7th Division are landed near Penadjim Point in Balikpapan Bay. Australian forces have cleared most of the oil producing area in the immediate vicinity.

In Australia... The Prime Minister, John Curtin, dies at the age of 60. He has headed the government since 1941. F.M. Forde is appointed as the interim prime minister.
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.