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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Darlene Superville

Trump designates Thursday as a day for US to celebrate victory in World War II. Here's what it means

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President Donald Trump has issued a proclamation designating Thursday as a day for the United States to celebrate victory in World War II as countries in Europe already do.

Cities from London to Moscow are holding parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world observes Thursday’s 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, when Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied forces, including the U.S.

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