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''The New York Times'' from 9 May 1945, after the official German surrender ends fighting in Europe. Front page features a large photo of the Allies and Germans finalizing the unconditional surrender. Victorious headlines include ''Final Surrender Signed in Berlin Ruins'' and ''Soviet Joins in Proclaiming Triumph''. In an article Truman calls for ''Work, Work, Work To Finish War'' in the Pacific Theatre. Measures 16.5'' x 22.5'' and runs 40pp. Some chipping and page separation along the left-bound edge, else near fine.
Jubilant 9 May 1945 ''New York Times'' Declares Germany's Surrender -- War Department Runs Poster Saying ''JAP...You're Next!''
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