In Western Europe on May 8, Mark The surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Russia celebrates the 9.
Once finished Hostilities in Europe, World War II He continued in Asia until the surrender of Japan was signed on September 2.
The United States played a crucial role in the two world wars, in which it was involved militarily and provided very important material aid, but It was not the country that deployed more soldiers or suffered the largest number of casualties.
“The victory was mainly achieved thanks to us, or not“Trump said in the White House shortly after issuing the proclamation.
“They were tanks, ships, trucks, planes and American military Those who beat the enemy 80 years ago this week. Without the United States, liberation would never have happened, ”he added.
The Republican had already announced His intention to change the name of May 8 Because, unlike much of Europe, His country did not have a day to commemorate the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945.
President Trump Just Announced He Signed A Proclamation Declaration Tomorrow May 8th As Victory Day
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