On 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.