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VE Day in Israel: Celebrating the 80th anniversary and Jewish heroes of the war
The State of Israel also commemorates VE Day on May 9 largely as a result of the massive wave of immigration from the former ...
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 ...
The world marks the 80th anniversary of V-E Day with parades and memorials. Here's what to know
Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th ...
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Red lanterns to be lit for VE Day 80th anniversary at Texas Panhandle War Memorial
DAR chapters and the local community will joing others across Texas May 8 to honor the sacrifice of veterans and remember the ...
'A tiny mouse saved my mum's life during World War II'
Ruby Gascoigne owed her life to a tiny mouse who scared her into shutting up the sweet shop early. A few hours later the store was blasted to bits during the blitz of Sheffield in World War II. The ...
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 ...
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 ...
'I was a World War II steelworker - men were so nasty to us but we showed them'
Kathleen Roberts tenaciously fought for more recognition for the 'women of steel' who contributed so much to the war effort ...
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 ...
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 ...
Rare World War II photos depict destruction, courage and hope of wartime life
A new curation of rarely-seen photographs pays a striking homage to life during World War II. The photos are published in a ...