Castledawson, Co. Londonderry during the Second World War

The village of Castledawson, Co. Londonderry marked the end of the Second World War with "large scale and enthusiastic" celebrations.

Castledawson

Co. Londonderry

Northern Ireland

Victory over Japan: V.J. Day Celebrations in Castledawson, Co. Londonderry

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15th August 2019

On 15th August 1945, residents of Castldawson, Co. Londonderry began celebrating V.J. Day or Victory over Japan Day with music and a bonfire.