Historical Events on September 2

Battle of Omdurman — battle between the Mahdists and Anglo-Sudanse in 1898.

surrender of Japan — end of World War II, 2 September 1945

Japanese Instrument of Surrender — 1945 agreement ending hostilities in WWII

Philippines campaign of 1944–1945 — campaign which started on October 20, 1944 during WWII

2001 Belgian Grand Prix — Formula One motor race in 2001