USA HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -Japanese foreign affairs minister Mamoru Shigemitsu signs the Japanese Instrument of Surrender aboard the USS Missouri as American General Richard K. Sutherland watches, 2 September 1945.

Detailed explanation-2: -On Sept. 2, 1945, Japan formally surrendered in ceremonies aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay, ending World War II. On this date: In 1789, the United States Treasury Department was established.

Detailed explanation-3: -2, 1945, World War II ends as Japan formally surrenders to US, Allies. The horrific human atrocity of World War II ended aboard the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay as Japan formally signed documents of surrender on this day in history, Sept. 2, 1945.

Detailed explanation-4: -German armed forces surrendered unconditionally to the Allies on May 7, 1945. The surrender went into effect the next day, May 8. World War II officially ended in most parts of Europe on May 8 (V-E Day). Because of the time difference, Soviet forces announced their “Victory Day” on May 9, 1945.

Detailed explanation-5: -In the U.S., VJ day is officially acknowledged on September 2, 1945. This day marked the formal signing of the Instrument of Surrender aboard the battleship USS Missouri in Japan’s Tokyo Bay. China and Taiwan also designate Sept. 2 as VJ Day.