VJ Day Assembly PowerPoint

This fully editable PowerPoint assembly introduces KS2 pupils to VJ Day (Victory over Japan Day), marked on 15th August each year to commemorate the end of the Second World War.

The assembly explores the significance of VJ Day, including:

Why the war didn’t end with VE Day

The surrender of Japan and the global celebrations

The bravery of the “Forgotten Army” in the Far East

The suffering of prisoners of war

How and why VJ Day is remembered today

Thought-provoking reflection questions for discussion

This resource is ideal for assemblies in the summer term, history lessons on WWII, remembrance events, or promoting British Values and cultural awareness.