What Happened on September 2, 1945

Historical Events

Event of Interest

Ho Chi Minh declares Vietnam independent from France (National Day)

Surrender of Japan

V-J Day, formal surrender of Japan aboard USS Missouri marks the end of World War II (Japanese date, 1st September in US)

  • V-J Day, formal surrender of Japan signed aboard USS Missouri marks the end of World War II (US date, 3rd September in Japan)
1945 History

About September 2, 1945

Day of the Week: Sunday
How Long Ago? 77 years, 6 months and 20 days
Leap Year: No

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Virgo