Surrender of Japan on board USS Missouri, 2 September 1945

The video covers the historic surrender ceremony of Japan in World War II. General MacArthur leads the proceedings, outlining the terms of surrender and ensuring compliance. Japanese representatives, including Foreign Minister Shigemitsu and General Umezu, sign the surrender document. Allied representatives, led by MacArthur, also sign, symbolizing the end of hostilities. The ceremony concludes with a prayer for lasting peace.

What was the main purpose of General MacArthur's speech during the ceremony?

• To introduce the Japanese delegation

• To outline the terms of surrender

• To announce a new alliance

• To declare war on Japan

Who was the first to sign the instrument of surrender on behalf of Japan?

• General MacArthur

• General Umezu

• Foreign Minister Mamoru Shigemitsu

• Admiral Nimitz

Which Allied representative signed the document immediately after General MacArthur?

• General Wainwright

• General Percival

• General Sue Yung Chang

• Admiral Nimitz

Which country's representative signed the surrender document after the United States?

• Russia

• Republic of China

• United Kingdom

• Australia

What was the final act of the surrender ceremony?

• A signing by the Japanese Emperor

• A prayer for peace

• A speech by General MacArthur

• A military parade