COMMENTARY: Remembering the 80th anniversary of V-E Day

COMMENTARY: Remembering the 80th anniversary of V-E Day

“Here we mark the price of freedom.”

Commentary: Remembering the Greatest Generation on 80th anniversary of V-E Day

As we approach the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (May 8), we are reminded of a pivotal moment in history when the Allied forces accepted Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender, ending World War II in Europe. This milestone allows us to honor the courage and sacrifice of those who served and reflect on that conflict’s enduring lessons. The National World War II Memorial in Washington stands as a testament to the valor and resilience o…

Schuylkill County WWII Veteran Recalls V-E Day, Buchenwald

In May 1995, the Pottsville Republican published remembrances from Schuylkill County residents about V-E Day on the 50th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Among the Coal Region veterans interviewed was Anthony Kupko of Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania. Anthony Kupko in 1943 from “The Call” newspaper in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania Subscribe to the latest from Jake Wynn – Public Historian Enter your email below to receive the newe…

Cologne, 80 years after the end of World War II, there will be a public memorial event in front of the EL-DE-Haus on 8 May 2025 starting at 6 p.m.... Cologne needs Report-K. Now Report-K needs you, the Cologne:inside. Become K-bonnent:in and make your contribution to securing the existence of report-K and media diversity in Cologne. You are already K-bonnent:in? Username or email Password Remember me Forgot your password Don't you have a K-bo ye…

This year marks the 80th anniversary of the commemoration of the liberation from National Socialism and the end of the Second World War in Europe. This is particularly appreciated in one federal state.

Colorado Remembers at Colorado Freedom Memorial: Tributes, Displays, Free Breakfast & Entertainment May 24

The city of Aurora and Colorado Freedom Memorial’s Colorado Remembers ceremony will be Saturday, May 24, 2025 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. This year, the event will celebrate the anniversary of the end of World War II. Enjoy a free-will donation pancake breakfast, displays of military artifacts and musical entertainment by The All American Big Band. The ceremony and tribute will be followed by tours of the memorial and the chance to tour the military d…