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AP WAS THERE: Journalists chronicled the Nazi surrenders and end of World War II in Europe
AP reporters and photographers chronicled the Nazis' historic defeat 80 years ago this week. Allied forces brought World War ...
Trump Announces New National Holidays for World War I and II Victories
May 8 and November 11 are new national holidays for WWII and WWI victories that don't replace Veterans Day or close ...
The secret meaning behind Princess Kate's £5,000 brooch at VE Day
Princess Kate wore an RAF wings brooch on Victory in Europe Day - honouring her grandfather's wartime service.
British royal family watches military parade marking start of VE Day events in London
Britain is marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day this week with four days of commemorations honoring the ...
Russia to host leaders of China and Brazil for the 80th anniversary of its World War II victory
Russian President Vladimir Putin is set to host heads of states for festivities Friday marking the 80th anniversary of the ...
Trump declares May 8 as 'Victory Day' for World War II: 'Going to start celebrating our victories again!'
President Trump announced plans to designate May 8 as World War II "Victory Day" and Nov. 11 as World War I "Victory Day," ...
VE Day: How Orkney played a vital role and bore heavy losses during World War II
Little wonder, then, that when World War II finally came to an end, the celebrations in Orkney went on long into the night.
How to watch VE Day 80 online from anywhere – flypast, concert, TV channel, schedule
The historic 80th anniversary commemorations bring poignant stories from the last World War II veterans in a powerful tribute ...
World War II veteran, 101, tucked Queen Camilla into her blanket during VE Day celebrations
CHIVALROUS veteran Jack Mortimer tucked the Queen into her blanket in the royal box outside Buckingham Palace. And the 101-year-old then gave Camilla a kiss on the hand as she left the VIP stand ...
How did World War II end – and why do Europe and the US recognise different dates?
Since this brought an end to the final theatre, Victory over Japan Day (or VJ Day) marks the official conclusion of World War ...