The Germans held out another 7 days under Admiral Doenitz , their new leader .
The Germans surrendered unconditionally on May 7 , 1945 , ending the war in Europe ( see V-E Day ) .
The Germans held out another 7 days under Admiral Doenitz , their new leader , but the Germans surrendered unconditionally on May 7 , 1945 , ending the war in Europe ( see V-E Day ) .