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Victory over Japan Day celebrated 68 years later

Sixty-eight years ago today, Americans at home and those fighting abroad celebrated the Allied forces' victory over Japan, marking the end of World War II. Today, the remaining veterans of the Greatest Generation commemorate VJ Day by remembering their fallen comrades. CBS News' Vinita Nair introduces us to veteran Jerry Yellin, who hopes his generation's story will inspire future generations.
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