On Victory Day (V-E Day), President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation celebrating the 81st anniversary of the Allied victory in Europe during World War II. The President honored the "monumental triumph over tyranny" and linked the legacy of the "Greatest Generation" to his administration’s commitment to modern military dominance.

Key highlights from the President’s proclamation include:

The President reflected on the historic moment of May 8, 1945, when the "iron grip" of the Nazi regime was shattered. He credited the victory to the "might of our Armed Forces and those of our Allies," specifically citing legendary campaigns including:

• • The storming of the beaches at Normandy.

  • The grueling defense during the Battle of the Bulge.

  • The liberation of North Africa and the forests of Western Europe.

President Trump paid solemn tribute to the more than 250,000 Americans who gave their lives specifically in the fight against the Nazi regime.

• • A Warning Against National Socialism: The President urged Americans to remember the "millions of innocent souls" who perished and suffered atrocities "at the hands of national socialism."

  • Fierce Defense: He reminded the nation that the freedoms cherished today were forged in sacrifice and must be "fiercefully defended both at home and abroad."

As the United States marks its Semiquincentennial (250th year of independence), the President framed the WWII victory as a defining chapter in the "history of freedom." He pledged to carry this legacy forward by:

• • Ensuring the U.S. Armed Forces remain the "most dominant in the world."

  • Safeguarding American sovereignty against any modern threats.

  • Preserving the "flame of liberty" for future generations.

President Trump concluded by officially proclaiming May 8, 2026, as a day of celebration for Victory Day. He called on the nation to remember that the American spirit, supported by "unwavering resolve" on the home front and valor on the battlefield, is capable of driving even the most entrenched tyranny to its knees.

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