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What did Smith sign on behalf of Eisenhower in May 1945?

  • German Instrument of Surrender

  • Treaty of Paris

  • Potsdam Agreement

  • Atlantic Charter

Answer

The German Instrument of Surrender, which ended World War II in Europe, was signed on behalf of Eisenhower by Smith in May 1945. This document formally declared the unconditional surrender of all German forces to the Allies.
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