Victory Day is an annual event marked on May 9 that commemorates the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany in 1945. It was first inaugurated in the 15 republics of the Soviet Union following the signing of the German Instrument of Surrender late in the evening on May 8, 1945, while the Soviet government announced the victory early on May 9 after the signing ceremony in Berlin. Although the official inauguration occurred in 1945, the holiday became a non-labour day only in 1965 and only in certain Soviet Republics. It's a day of remembrance for the millions who lost their lives and a celebration of freedom. In this article, let’s learn more about the date of Victory Day 2024 and its significance. Victory Day Celebration: World at ‘Decisive Turning Point’ With ‘Real War’, Says President Vladimir Putin.

What is the Date of Victory Day 2024?

Victory Day 2024 will be celebrated on May 9, i.e., Thursday.

What is the Significance of Victory Day?

Victory Day celebrations often vary from country to country, reflecting each nation's unique history and experiences during World War II. On this day, parades, wreath-laying ceremonies, and moments of silence are common ways people pay tribute to veterans and remember the millions who lost their lives. Victory Day serves as a reminder of the importance of peace, unity, and standing against oppression. Rajnath Singh Attends Victory Day Parade in Moscow, Lauds Participation of Indian Tri-Service Contingent.

Victory Day Parades are military parades held on May 9, particularly in various post-soviet nations such as Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and, until 2015, Ukraine. Outside of the former Soviet Union, military victory parades have also been held in Serbia, Poland and the Czech Republic.

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