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Salutes and flags mark 80 years since VJ Day

Memorials have been held across the West to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day) – signifying the end ...
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Rushcliffe: 80th anniversary of Victory Over Japan Day

The 80th anniversary of Victory Over Japan Day and the formal end of World War II marked by council. Whilst VE Day marked the ...
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King Willem-Alexander pays tribute to VJ Day heroes in touching message

King Willem-Alexander had paid a touching tribute to VJ Day heroesOn Friday, August 15, the monarch stepped out to mark the ...

'I was given six hours notice and sent to fight Japan'

Tommy Doherty, 98, served in the RAF in Singapore while neighbour Brian Buick's uncle died in a prisoner of war camp in ...

This Day in History: WWII victory over Japan announced on Aug. 15, 1945

MONROE, La. (KNOE) - On August 15, 1945, the world celebrated victory over Japan and the end of World War II after two atomic ...

Red Arrows fly past: Where and when to see the VJ Day display today

If you missed the Red Arrows fly past on VE Day, there are plenty of opportunities to spot them today. The RAF jet pilots ...

Isle of Man falls silent to mark VJ Day 80 years on

The Isle of Man has fallen silent to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Victory over Japan Day is commemorated on 15 August ...

Here’s why Rhode Island is the only state that celebrates Victory Day

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Like Del’s Lemonade or the Gaspee parade, Victory Day is one of the Ocean State’s unique summertime ...
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King Charles lauds Duchess Sophie, Prince Edward’s special role on VJ Day

King Charles has given an update on Duchess Sophie and Prince Edward’s royal duty on Victory over Japan Day.On Friday, August ...