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1. The Day the War Ended
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“A very appropriate book to be reading this week, full of fascinating, sometimes shocking stories of Victory in Europe day, 8 May 1945. #VEDay75 #Victory75 https://t.co/CC0aIwGDpJ” (from X)

The Day the War Ended: May 8, 1945-Victory in Europe book cover

The Day the War Ended


May 8, 1945-Victory in Europe

Martin Gilbert(you?)

A moment-by-moment, place-by-place account of the day the German High Command surrendered to the Allies, as seen by soldiers, civilians, statesmen, and war criminals, links each event to its long-term consequences. 25,000 first printing.

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