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Image caption, Originally, the celebrations were going to be named ‘Ceasefire Day’ but Churchill suggested ‘Victory in Europe Day’ to reflect the fact that the war continued in the Far East.

Finally, after six long, dark and weary years, Britain could rejoice. It was May 8, 1945 and on what became known as VE Day marking the end of the Second World War, 10,000 people gathered to ...

VE Day - which stands for Victory in Europe Day - is marked on 8 May. It was the day in 1945 near the end of World War Two when fighting against Germany in Europe stopped. Ms Gill said ...

British Indian minister Lisa Nandy announced plans for a four-day celebration in May to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. Events will include a military procession, street parties, and a flypast in ...

20 pipers will take it in turns to play at locations around Scotland on each of the 80 days leading up to the 80th anniversary of VE Day on May 8 (Danny Lawson/PA) A Pipe Major preparing for 80 ...

The Princess of Wales will join her husband and the King for the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May this year. Kate Middleton, 43, who has been gradually making a return to public duties following ...

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