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August 15 marks the 80th anniversary of Japan’s surrender to the Allies following the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945
King Charles is expected to make a special announcement and appearance for VJ Day before starting his summer break at Balmoral. Inside the King's upcoming broadcast and the royal family's related plans.
The King vowed that the service and sacrifice of VJ Day heroes 'shall never be forgotten' as he told their families and the 'sadly dwindling band of veterans': “Please know that the courage and camaraderie displayed in humanity’s darkest hour is a flame that shall blaze for eternity – a beacon that honours our past and guides our future.”
King Charles III led tributes to global war veterans, commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII. The UK observed Victory over Japan Day with a National Service of Remembrance honoring those who fought in the war's final months.