After five years, eight months and five days of massive devastation, the end of the European phase of the Second World War is celebrated on 8 May 1945. Victory in Europe was commemorated with celebrations all around the world in recognition of the unconditional surrender of all German forces signed in Reims, France, the day before. British Prime Minister Winston Churchill told war-weary Londoners, this is your victory, while U.S. President Harry Truman reminded Americans that until Japan's defeat, victory is but half-won. Following the announcement huge crowds, many dressed in red, white and blue, gathered outside Buckingham Palace in London and were cheered as the King, Queen and two Princesses came out onto the balcony.
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