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World War II Ends in Asia (VJ Day)

Wars & Conflicts

World War II Ends in Asia (VJ Day)

Date

1945-09-02

Category

Wars & Conflicts

Location

Tokyo Bay, Tokyo, Japan

Archive

Event #36

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Victory over Japan (VJ) Day marked Japan's formal surrender aboard the USS Missouri, ending World War II entirely. This day is remembered for the conclusion of one of the deadliest conflicts in human history.

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World War II Ends in Asia (VJ Day)

Current event Sep 2, 1945 World War II Ends in Asia (VJ Day)

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World War II Ends in Europe (VE Day)

Shared topic May 8, 1945 World War II Ends in Europe (VE Day) Shared tags: history, peace, end, allies

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