1945 ⟶ Emperor Hirohito Announces Japan's Surrender
Emperor Hirohito issues a radio broadcast announcing the Sur...
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1945
🎙️ Emperor Hirohito Announces Japan's Surrender
Emperor Hirohito issues a radio broadcast announcing the Surrender of Japan; though the surrender seems to be "unconditional", the Emperor's status is still open for discussion.⟶
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✉️ Japan Accepts Potsdam Declaration with Reservation
The Japanese government announced that a message had been sent to the Allies accepting the terms of the Potsdam Declaration provided that it "does not comprise any demand that prejudices the prerogatives of the Emperor as sovereign ruler."⟶
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🎉 Victory over Japan Day Celebrations
Victory over Japan Day celebrations take place worldwide.⟶
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📜 Emperor Issues Imperial Rescript Ordering Ceasefire
Emperor Hirohito issues an Imperial Rescript ordering Japanese forces to cease fire.⟶
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