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King and Queen lead two-minute silence to mark 80 years since VJ Day

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba mentioned the word "remorse" in his speech - the first time in more than 10 years (since 2012) the word has been used in a leader’s war memorial address.

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King Charles Warns of War's 'True Cost' at VJ Day's 80th Anniversary

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80th VJ Day service is poignant moment for veteran

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Alabama National Cemetery Support Committee honors 80th anniversary of V-J Day

The Support Committee for the Alabama National Cemetery hosted a Memorial Wreath Laying Ceremony at Committal Shelter 3 on Thursday, Aug. 14.

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City marks the 80th anniversary of VJ Day

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VJ day marked by pipes at dawn and two-minute silence

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VJ Day: Sacrifice that shaped a generation

EIGHTY years ago to the day, an unfamiliar voice drifted over Japanese airwaves. Emperor Hirohito, speaking in formal, archaic Japanese, addressed his people for the first time in history.

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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 will take to the skies today across the UK as part of the commemoration of VJ Day, or Victory over Japan Day. If you look up at the right time, you can see the aerobatic display team flying past your home.

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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 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day.The National Memorial Foundation organizes an annual commemoration for all

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'VJ Day wasn't of any great consequence to us'

A 100-year-old World War Two veteran said VJ Day did not seem to be of any "great consequence" at the time, even though he was serving in the Pacific. Richard Clegg, from Bozeat, near Wellingborough, Northamptonshire, was on board HMS Victorious on 15 August 1945 when Japan surrendered.

Putin 'ready to make deal' and VJ Day 80 years on

The Guardian leads with Trump's comments that Putin is ready to "make a deal" at their Alaska meeting, but concerns linger over his suggestion that Moscow and Kyiv could "divvy things up". The front page also features public remarks from the family of a Southport victim urging ministers against plans to disclose the ethnicity of serious crime suspects.

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When is VJ Day 2025 and what is the date about?

Its officially Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) and as part of his speech King Charles has sent a stark message about current global conflicts.Remembering the “service and sacrifice of the wartime generation and what it shows us about the ongoing need for international cooperation” is crucial,

Commemorations For 80th Anniversary of Victory Over Japan

The King and Queen have led a two minute silence to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, the date in 1945 when Japan surrendered, bringing the Second World War to an end. We use cookies to give you the best online experience. Strictly necessary cookies are on by default. Additional cookies are off by default.

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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 bombs were dropped on its cities. Japan surrendered on August 14, but the celebrations were worldwide the next day.