WWII - V-J Day (Victory over Japan)
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Date
August 15, 1945
Type
World
Author
anupjishnu
Location
Japan
Categories
Military & Conflict
Event Details
On August 15, 1945, Japan announced its surrender (Victory over Japan Day), ending World War II. The formal signing took place on September 2 aboard the USS Missouri.
It marked the end of the global conflict and the beginning of the U.S. occupation of Japan, leading to Japan's democratization.
V-J Day is celebrated in UK on August 15 and in US on September 2.