Today in Radio History

May 8

Every day in radio history — from the first broadcast to the last format flip.

1945Regulation & Policy

VE Day Announced on Radio

President Harry Truman announced the end of the war in Europe (VE Day) via live radio broadcast at 6 a.m. This momentous announcement was heard across America, marking Germany's unconditional surrender.

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1970Pop Culture

The Beatles Release Final Album 'Let It Be'

The Beatles released their twelfth and final studio album, 'Let It Be', nearly a month after their official disbandment. The album was originally recorded in early 1969.

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