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Victory over Japan Day to be held at Flag Market in Preston to mark 80th anniversary

A Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) is taking place in Preston to mark the 80th anniversary. Preston City Council is organising the event which will take place on Saturday, August 16, with citywide events beginning at 11am on the Flag Market.

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Japan: Hiroshima marks 80th anniversary of the US atomic bombing

Hiroshima on Wednesday marked the 80th anniversary of the US atomic bombing of the western Japanese city, with many aging survivors expressing frustration about growing support among global leaders for nuclear weapons possession for deterrence.

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Marking 80 years since the atomic bomb was dropped on Hiroshima

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Spectacular ceremonies for VJ Day revealed with historic WWII touches

Flypasts and a sunset light show are among the spectacular ceremonies to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan next ...

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VJ Day 80: Royal British Legion to host commemoration and remembrance at Portadown War Memorial

Portadown Branch of the Royal British Legion will commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day on Friday, August 15.

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VJ Day 2025: How to commemorate the end of the Second World War in London

The annual Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) celebration marks the date Imperial Japan surrendered to the Allies. On August 15, ...

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Buckingham Palace announces King will address the nation next week

The King is preparing to make an historic address next week to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day, when allied forces ...

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What Is V-J Day? Date and Meaning Behind Victory Over Japan ...

"V-J Day" is a shortened form of "Victory over Japan Day." It refers to Japan's formal surrender to the Allies on August 14, 1945, which signaled the effective end of World War II.

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When is Victory Day in RI? Everything to know about the holiday

Rhode Island observes Victory Day on the second Monday of August, commemorating the end of World War II. The holiday has ...

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Mold to host Victory over Japan Day community event

Mold Town Council is inviting residents to a community get together to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.

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Buckingham Palace to release King Charles' emotional VJ Day message

The King is set to deliver a historic address commemorating the 80th anniversary of VJ Day- the day allied forces marked ...

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