In World War II, victory came when the Empire of Japan surrendered on the deck of the USS Missouri.

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At the surrender ceremony, on the battleship USS Missouri, MacArthur threw his arm around Wainwright's shoulders, said how splendid it was to see him again, then added that he was so glad he could get that Medal of Honor for Wainwright.

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