Seventy years ago, the dust began to settle as conflict ceased between the Axis and the Allied powers; the war was over.

World War II in Europe ended May 8, 1945. This fateful day would live on forever as VE Day, or Victory in Europe Day.

Both sides celebrated the ceasefire for days, joyful that there would be no more war.

Citizens still celebrate VE Day today, remembering all of the lost soldiers and holding assemblies of WWII veterans to honor them for their service.

Lt. Col. John Hall, U.S. Army National Guard, believes that VE Day is a vital part of American heritage. Hall also teaches psychology, sociology, and creative writing at Kearsley.

“It’s important to remember VE Day because the battles and campaigns our soldiers fought in demonstrated the tenacity of the American people and their willingness to ensure freedom is available to the world,” Hall said.

On May 8, 2015, VE Day will be celebrated in Washington, D.C., by an Arsenal of Democracy.

The Arsenal is composed of dozens of WWII aircrafts, all of which will fly over D.C. in 15 historically sequenced warbird formations.

The first formation of the Arsenal is scheduled to take place at 12:10 p.m. over the Lincoln Memorial.

Mr. Rob Markwardt, history teacher, believes that it is important to celebrate VE Day.

“People were willing to pay the ultimate price for their country,” Markwardt said, “and that is worth honoring.”