1942 World War II battle. It began on 8 February 1942 in what is now Singapore and lasted until 15 February 1942 (about 7 days). The setting was Singapore in the Straits Settlements. It was part of the World War II and the Pacific War. Those involved included the United Kingdom, the Empire of Japan, Australia and British Raj. It led to Japanese occupation of Singapore and Sook Ching.
Before and after
- 8 January 1942Birth of Stephen Hawking
- 17 January 1942Birth of Muhammad Ali
- 20 January 1942Wannsee Conference
- 1 February 1942Launch of Voice of America
- from 8 February 1942 to 15 February 1942Battle of Singapore
- from 14 February 1942 to 1 January 1945Rise of Armia Krajowa
- from 19 February 1942 to 10 February 1943Battle of Timor
- 27 February 1942Battle of the Java Sea
- 9 March 1942Birth of John Cale
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