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Victory Day, celebrated on May 8th, marks the official end of hostilities in Europe during World War II following the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany. In Réunion, an overseas department of France, this day is commemorated similarly to mainland France due to its status as a French territory during the war.
On Victory Day in Réunion, the local population observes the occasion with various traditional activities:
Individuals in Réunion usually have a day off work as it's a public holiday. People might:
Victory Day serves as an important reminder for the people of Réunion of peace after a devastating conflict and is a day for both remembrance and education about the past.