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7th May 1945: Delay and confusion amongst the Allies over when to announce the end of the war, as Stalin demands a second surrender ceremony

May 07, 2025
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Eager soldiers pulling copies of "Stars and Stripes" from the press of the London Times at 9 pm on 7 May 1945, when an extra edition was put out to announce the news of Germany's surrender. The headline reads "Germany Quits".

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