Chronology of World War II

August 1945

Friday, August 24th


Britain, Home Front

Attlee complains that the abrupt ending of the US Lease-Lend program has left Britain in a 'very serious financial position'. Bevin says the 700,000 London homes need repair.

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Diplomatic Relations

The USSR and China sign a treaty of alliance.

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Images from August 24, 1945

USS Gemini


USS <i>Gemini</i>

British Pacific Fleet Returning to Sydney


British Pacific Fleet Returning to Sydney

Me 262A-1a


Me 262A-1a

Soviet Submarine L-19 Lost


Soviet Submarine <i>L-19</i> Lost

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