US EditionTrump declares national holidays to celebrate WWI, WWII victories
- President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on May 7, 2025, declaring May 8 as Victory Day to honor World War II in the United States.
- The proclamation responds to concerns that the U.S. Does not sufficiently celebrate its military victories, unlike its European allies.
- Trump connected the commemoration to the milestone marking 80 years since the Allied forces overcame Nazi Germany on May 8, 1945.
- He stated that although the United States emerged victorious in both World Wars and surpassed others in courage, power, and military skill, it has not properly acknowledged or honored these achievements.
- This designation highlights U.S. Contributions in World War II and signals Trump’s pledge to end ongoing conflicts and prioritize peace efforts.
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Letter: Leave Veterans Day alone
What gives President Donald Trump the idea that changing the name of Veterans Day to Victory Day is a good thing? As long as I can remember (and that’s been quite a while as I’m 83) there are three major days that honor our loved ones who served. First and foremost is Memorial Day, when we honor those who made the supreme sacrifice; Veterans Day, a day set aside to honor those who served and returned; and Armed Forces Day, for those who are serv…
Trump Proclaims World War II “Victory Day” on May 8
The victory was “thanks to us, like it or not,” said US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, declaring May 8 as “World War II Victory Day.” In Western Europe, May 8 marks the surrender of Nazi Germany in 1945. Russia celebrates it on May 9. After the end of hostilities in Europe, the Second World War continued in Asia until Japan’s surrender was signed on September 2. The United States played a crucial role in the two world wars, in which it eng…
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