Over Germany… Hamburg is bombed by RAF Bomber Command during the night (July 24-25). About 780 bombers drop 2300 tons of bombs. This raid is the first time that “window” is used by the RAF. It consists of strips of metal foil dropped from supporting aircraft to confuse German radar by giving false echoes. It is very successful at this time.

In Rome… The Fascist Grand Council meets for the first time since December 1939. The debate and voting suggest the Mussolini is no longer in control.

In Sicily… The US 45th Division captures Cefalu, on the northern coast. Inland, American units advance on Nicosia.