Victory over Japan and End of World War II Day
September 3 · Level 8 · #608 of 2238
This Russian commemorative day marks victory over militarist Japan and the end of World War II. It remembers the contribution of Soviet and Allied forces, those who died and the people who lived through the conflict.
How it is celebrated: flowers are laid at military memorials, with moments of silence, museum exhibitions and gatherings devoted to wartime history. Events often focus on the fighting in the Far East and the experiences of those involved.
Japan's surrender document was signed aboard the American battleship USS Missouri on 2 September 1945. Russia observes this anniversary on the following day.