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‘Very important’ for young to thank veterans – Churchill’s great-great-grandson

Alexander Churchill, 10, will take part in a thanksgiving service marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day at Westminster Abbey on Thursday.

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White roses for veterans and candle lit by Churchill descendant at VE Day event

Second World War artefacts including a gas mask and an air raid warden’s helmet will be processed through Westminster Abbey for the 80th anniversary.

Evening Standard

Artist born on VE Day shares memories of post-war years

Victoria Crowe’s work will be celebrated in an exhibition later this year.

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Good news! Pubs allowed to stay open longer today for VE Day

The country is set to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day on Thursday May 8 - and you’ll be able to raise a glass to mark the occasion

Evening Standard

This VE Day, ‘never again’ has never rung so hollow

Letters: On the anniversary of the end of the second world war in Europe, JK Forster-Walmsley says a weariness seems to have set in about current conflicts, especially Gaza. Plus letters from Adrian Hackford, Bill McMellon, Anne Maclennan and Nizam Uddin

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VE Day: how personal first-hand accounts help keep everyday narratives of wartime Britain alive

From street parties to flypasts, the myriad events of VE Day – which this year commemorates the 80th anniversary of victory in Europe – take place against the backdrop of grand wartime narratives. These include accounts of military strategy, major battles and political decisions made by global leaders. Central to…

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By VE Day in 1945, Stalin had got what he wanted in Poland – now Putin may get what he wants in Ukraine

As Britain celebrated Victory in Europe (VE) Day on May 8 1945, the Polish airmen of RAF 305 Bomber Squadron captured a starkly different sentiment in their diary. “‘Victory!’ every Anglo-Saxon says in greeting instead of the traditional ‘Hello!’. The word ‘Victory!’ is devoid of meaning, power and any sense…

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British paratrooper came across Nazi death camp on VE Day

Peter Belcher, aged 101, spoke of ‘relief’ that the war was over.

The Independent UK

100-year-old veteran recalls ‘getting squiffy’ amid VE day celebrations

Tom Berry was a teenager when he joined the Royal Navy as a radio operator on the Tribal-class destroyer HMS Tartar.

The Independent UK

Collection of rare photos of wartime film-making released for VE Day

The images, released by Historic England, also highlight the pioneering role of women in wartime photography.

The Independent UK

Landmarks across Britain lit in red, white and blue to commemorate VE Day anniversary

The nation has united to mark 80 years since Britain declared victory over Nazi Germany

Evening Standard

Former head of Navy in Scotland feared war would last years more on VE Day

On May 8 1945, Thomas Baird was stationed on HMS Rapid in the Indian Ocean fleet.

The Independent UK

Hundreds of beacons to be lit across UK for 80th anniversary of VE Day

A gold-plated lamp light made especially for VE Day will also be used to illuminate Tower Bridge on the evening of May 8.

The Independent UK

Bank to delay rates announcement due to VE Day two-minute silence

Britain’s central bank said it will publish the decision at 12.02pm rather than the usual time of noon.

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Campaigners call for work to begin on memorial for South Asian soldiers

Colourful Heritage is raising money to build a tribute in the grounds of Kelvingrove art gallery and museum in Glasgow.

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Prince George meets veterans in surprise appearance at VE Day tea party

The Prince of Wales has told of Prince George’s interest in learning about the Second World War, as veterans attended a Buckingham Palace tea party.

The Independent UK

Spy letters show secret orders sent ahead of VE Day

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Poignant commemorations mark first VE Day without late Queen

Five years ago, during the pandemic, Elizabeth II delivered a televised address to a nation in lockdown on the 75th anniversary.

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The world marks the 80th anniversary of V-E Day with parades and memorials. Here's what to know

Cities from London to Moscow will be awash with parades, flyovers and memorials this week as the world marks the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day — the day Nazi Germany surrendered to Allied forces

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Many in US and western Europe think ‘third world war likely within five to 10 years’

Exclusive: Poll before 80th anniversary of VE Day finds tensions with Russia seen as most probable cause

The Independent UK

GCHQ release cache of spy chatter discussing VE Day before end of war announced

The documents released from GCHQ’s archives mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

The Independent UK

Never-before-see spy letters reveal GCHQ role in VE Day before end of war

The messages relay that the German high command had signed an ‘unconditional surrender’

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Prince Louis Hilariously Imitates Big Brother Prince George’s Pre-Teen Hair Flip at VE Day Parade

"Wasn't this supposed to be fun?"

Evening Standard

Actress Sheila Hancock says we should thank veterans by making ‘a better world’

Dame Sheila, who was evacuated as a child during the Second World War, is due to appear at the VE day concert on Thursday.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s so important to remember’: Manchester celebrates VE Day

Residents at street parties highlight importance of commemorating those who died in second world war

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