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World Events Japanese Quit At End Of Wwii Ww2
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World Events Japanese Quit At End Of Wwii Ww2
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This evocative photograph captures a pivotal moment in world history as a vendor sells a newspaper bearing the news of Japan's surrender in the Second World War, marking the end of the conflict in 1945. The scene unfolds in Louisville, Kentucky, USA, with the vendor, dressed in a worn coat and holding a stack of newspapers under his arm, engaging with a customer. The newspaper's headline reads "JAPANESE QUIT," boldly announcing the end of the war that had gripped the world for over six years. The postmark on the envelope in the foreground, dated August 15, 1945, further underscores the significance of the moment. The stamp affixed to the envelope, numbered 13944352, adds authenticity to the image. This poignant snapshot from the 1940s offers a glimpse into the relief and jubilation felt by Americans as they learned of Japan's surrender and the end of the devastating conflict.
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