Timeline Tuesday 8 May 1945

Tuesday 8 May 1945

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1945 German Surrender 1945 Victory in Europe The unconditional surrender of German forces to the Allies, ending World War II in Europe.
1945 Germany surrenders in World War II End of Nazi Germany Germany officially surrendered to Allied forces, ending World War II in Europe.
1945 VE Day — Victory in Europe Germany surrenders unconditionally Germany signed its unconditional surrender on May 8, 1945 — Victory in Europe Day. Massive celebrations erupted across Allied nations. The war in Europe was over after nearly six years and an estimated 70-85 million deaths.