Historical Events
- Canadian troops move into Amsterdam
- Chinese counterattack at Tsjangte, supports by 14th air fleet
German Surrender in Berlin
German General Wilhelm Keitel formally surrenders to the Allies represented by the United States, the UK, France and the Soviet Union in Berlin
- V-E Day: World War II ends in Europe after Germany signs an unconditional surrender
Famous Birthdays
- Arthur Docters van Leeuwen, Dutch jurist (Holland's secret service)
- Keith Jarrett, American jazz and classical pianist and composer (The Köln Concert), born in Allentown, Pennsylvania
Famous Deaths
- Bernhard Rust, German Nazi politician and Minister of Science, Education and National Culture (1934-45), reportedly commits suicide at 61
- Robert Ritter von Greim, German field marshal and WWI flying ace, commits suicide at 52
Died in 1945 1945 Highlights
About May 8, 1945
Day of the Week: Tuesday
How Long Ago? 79 years, 2 months and 3 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Rooster
Star Sign: Taurus
