Victory in Europe Day

World War II

Victory in Europe Day commemorates the Allies' formal acceptance of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender of its armed forces on 8 May 1945. It marked the official end of all German military operations. Russia and several other countries observe it on 9 May because the surrender took effect after midnight in Moscow. Countries that mark the occasion use names including Victory Over Fascism Day, Liberation Day and Victory Day.

Date commemorated: 8 May 1945
Also observed on: 9 May in Russia and some other countries
UK abbreviation: VE Day

Sources and credits

Article: Victory in Europe Day (English Wikipedia)
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