Watch: Royals and veterans mark VJ Day 80 years on

Aug 16, 2025
BBC News
Watch: Royals and veterans mark VJ Day 80 years on
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Watch: Royals and veterans mark VJ Day 80 years on

The King and Queen led a two-minute silence at a service in Staffordshire to commemorate 80 years since VJ Day, which marked the end of World War Two.

Honoring the Sacrifices

Among the attendees were veterans, some of whom participated in the ceremony by laying wreaths and giving readings, reminding us all of the immense sacrifices made during that time.

The Importance of VJ Day

VJ Day, or Victory over Japan Day, is marked each year on August 15th, the date in 1945 when Japan surrendered to the Allied forces.

Watch the Video Recap

For more on this heartfelt anniversary, watch the video above.

Original source: BBC News