Rhode Island is the only state to celebrate Victory Day, which recognizes the end of World War II with the surrender of Japan ...

On Monday, August 11, the Ocean State will observe Victory Day, which marks the end of World War II with the surrender of ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Like Del’s Lemonade or the Gaspee parade, Victory Day is one of the Ocean State’s unique summertime traditions. Monday is Rhode Island’s 77th annual Victory Day, making the ...

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The day is meant to honor the millions of Americans who served during the war. In Rhode Island, there are 1,033 living WWII veterans, according to a 2022 survey from the National World War II Museum.

It’s a three-day weekend thanks to Victory Day, but that also means the end of summer is right around the corner. But if you ...

(WJAR) — Monday was the 76th anniversary of Victory Day in Rhode Island. The state established the holiday in 1948, which is now only celebrated in the Ocean State.

On Monday, August 11, the Ocean State will observe Victory Day, which marks the end of World War II with the surrender of Japan on Aug. 14, 1945. When is Victory Day? Recognized in Rhode Island since ...

Recognized in Rhode Island since 1948, Victory Day is among the 11 state holidays listed on the Rhode Island Secretary of State's website. It's celebrated on the second Monday of August.