Aug. 15, 1945, a scorcher without a cloud in the sky, is one of the most emotional dates for the Japanese people, as it is considered the day the nation surrendered and ended World War II.
To be historically accurate, the Allies were notified of the capitulation the previous night, and the official surrender came weeks later.
Here are some questions and answers about Aug. 15, often dubbed "Japan's longest day."
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