Victory in Europe Day — May 8th marks the 80th anniversary of Victory over Europe Day, celebrating the official surrender of Nazi Germany, ending World War II on the European Front — on Tuesday, May 8, 1945. Visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum to tour the Guardians of the First Coast, an exhibit that details how St. Augustine prepared men and women for service abroad. Their sacrifice helped to ensure the freedoms that we enjoy today. 👉🏽 staugustinelighthouse.org 📸 The photos are provided courtesy of the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum Collections. #staugustinelighthouse #VEDay #staugustine #lighthouse #WWII #worldhistory #ushistory #collections #floridahistory #museum #exhibition