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Rhode Island is the only state to celebrate Victory Day, which recognizes the end of World War II with the surrender of Japan ...
Monday marks a holiday that Rhode Island, alone amongst all 50 states, recognizes as official- Victory Day, also commonly referred to as Victory over Japan Day or V-J Day.
Like Del’s Lemonade or the Gaspee parade, Victory Day is one of the Ocean State’s unique summertime traditions.
On Monday, August 11, the Ocean State will observe Victory Day, which marks the end of World War II with the surrender of ...
Learn the meaning, history, and significance of Victory Day in the USA also how it's observed as a state holiday, ...
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(WJAR) — Monday was the 76th anniversary of Victory Day in Rhode Island. The state established the holiday in 1948, which is now only celebrated in the Ocean State.
Victory Day, which is only observed in Rhode Island, marks America's defeat of Japan in World War II. It’s celebrated on the second Monday in August each year.
It’s Victory Day in Rhode Island on Monday.It marks Japan's surrender to the U.S., ending World War 2 in August 1945.
Recognized in Rhode Island since 1948, Victory Day is among the 11 state holidays listed on the Rhode Island Secretary of State's website. It's celebrated on the second Monday of August.
On Monday, August 11, the Ocean State will observe Victory Day, which marks the end of World War II with the surrender of Japan on Aug. 14, 1945. When is Victory Day? Recognized in Rhode Island since ...