In the Solomon Islands… On Guadalcanal, the Japanese, stung by their heavy losses begin withdrawals from the coast to the west of the American beachhead. The Americans begin preparing to occupy this area.

In North Africa… The Battle of Alamein. British General Montgomery is persuaded to alter the direction of attack in the next phase of his offensive.

In New Guinea… The Australian forces make a final attack against the Japanese positions at Eora, forcing them to retire before they had completely withdrawn their troops.

From Australia… General Vasey is appointed to the command of the Australian 7th Division, replacing General Allen who has been judged as insufficiently forceful.

In Madagascar… East African Allied troops capture Fianarantsoa, the largest town in the southern portion of the island and continue to advance at the last of the Vichy French resistance.