Europe is marking one of its most joyous days in history. V-E Day is also haunted by the specter of current-day conflict.

Thursday marks 80 years since Victory in Europe Day, when the Allies accepted Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender. The day ...

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In true British fashion, the forecast had threatened rain. However, the brief downpour miraculously held off until just after ...

European nations marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, or VE Day, on Thursday with ceremonies that varied ...

Following the historic announcement, tens of thousands of people took to the streets in New York, New Orleans, London and Paris to celebrate the end of the conflict, which is now known as VE Day.

The crowds responded, "No, it's yours," according to the museum. Truman designated May 8 as VE Day and the western allies followed suit, according to the museum. However, the Soviet Union recognizes ...

The thanksgiving service at Westminster Abbey began with a two-minute silence, which was also observed across the country, to ...