General Jodl signs surrender agreement at Eisenhower HQ, May 1945

Colonel General Gustave Yodel, representing the German army, arrives at General Eisenhower's headquarters to sign the surrender documents, marking the end of Nazi Germany. The signing is a significant moment, with Yodel acting on behalf of Admiral Dernitz, the temporary head of the German government. The surrender signifies the final capitulation of the Nazi state. Following the signing, victory celebrations commence at Eisenhower's headquarters, with Soviet officers joining in. General Eisenhower is presented with a historic pen to commemorate the occasion.

What was the reason for the Nazis' delay in surrendering?

• They wanted to negotiate better terms.

• They were waiting for reinforcements.

• They were planning a counterattack.

• They wanted to avoid surrendering to the Russians.

Who was the authorized representative that signed the surrender document for Germany?

• Lieutenant General Walter Bedell Smith

• General Eisenhower

• Colonel General Gustave Yodel

• Admiral Dernitz

What did the signing of the surrender document signify?

• The beginning of peace talks

• A temporary ceasefire

• The end of Nazism

• The start of a new war

Who signed the surrender document on behalf of General Eisenhower?

• General Eisenhower himself

• Colonel General Gustave Yodel

• Lieutenant General Walter Bedell Smith

• Admiral Dernitz

What was General Eisenhower presented with during the victory celebrations?

• A medal of honor

• A historic pen

• A victory flag

• A commemorative plaque