Many people believe that there is a need for such a day to remember the sacrifices that veterans made during World War II, including those who were taken as prisoners of war, were tortured, injured or killed. Events may include a commemorative ceremony for veterans. Veteran groups and their supporters observe Victory Day on the second Monday of August each year. There have been many arguments and debates concerning the nature and name of this holiday. Victory Day marks the anniversary the Allies’ victory during World War II. Victory Day is a public holiday in Rhode Island, where it is a day off for the general population, and schools and most businesses are closed.

Victory Day is a state holiday in Rhode Island in the United States on the second Monday of August each year. It followed the dropping of the devastating atomic bombs on the Japanese cities of Hiroshima on August 6 and Nagasaki on August 9, 1945. Victory Day, also known as VJ Day, marks the anniversary the Allies’ victory over Japan during World War II.

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