Today In History: V.J. Day

A message to all members of Patriotic Resistance

This message was sent to me this morning and I felt compelled to share it with you.

Hello this Sunday morning!

Just thought that we should remember this day in History and the sacrifice what the people who gave all did for us, who are enjoying this quiet Sunday morning. (See article below).

It is because of a strong military and a resolve to remain free as a nation, that those who have lived and then died to give their friends and family FREEDOM. This goes for every conflict and incident (official and unofficial).

War is awful. Every veteran knows this. However, to remain a FREE NATION, it is necessary at certain times as evidenced in our young nations history has shown.

I ask that you take the time to remember why we, as a nation remain FREE. Please pray for peace. Please pray that our military remains a strong military and that the leaders of our great nation make good choices in our defense.

Have a great day because it is a great day!!

V-J Day

Aug. 15, 1945 is the official date of V-J Day, or Victory over Japan Day. V-J Day followed Victory in Europe Day by three months, and with the surrender of Japan who was the last axis power remaining,V-J Day marks the end of World War II.

At noon Japan standard time, August 15, 1945, the Imperial Rescript on Surrender speech by Emperor Hirohito stated Japan's acceptance of the Potsdam Declaration and was broadcast to the Japanese people via radio. The declaration stated that if Japan did not surrender and agree to the terms, "They would face prompt and utter destruction." Earlier the same day, the Japanese advised the Allies of their surrender by sending a cable to U.S. President Harry S. Truman. (Note: In U.S. time zones the date was August 14th.)

Jim B

"Those who say it cannot be done should not interfere with those of us who are doing it"

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