May 2020. The Queen has addressed the nation to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE Day. The monarch’s pre-recorded message marks the exact moment her father, King George VI, gave a radio address 75 years ago. She said: “We are still a nation those brave soldiers, sailors and airmen would recognise and admire.” I’m not… Continue reading May 2020. The Queen on VE Day
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May 2020. The Day before VE 75
May 2020. Victory in Europe Day, or VE Day, marked the end of the Second World War in Europe, when Germany surrendered to the Allied armies. Many European countries – including the UK – usually celebrate the day with commemorative events and military parades.This year marks the 75th anniversary of VE Day. Celebrations would have… Continue reading May 2020. The Day before VE 75
May 2020. The Writing of the Surrender Document
May 2020. Friday 8 May is the 75th anniversary of VE day- the end of the Second World War in Europe. Few people realised that a British theatre actor and manager, turned soldier, drafted the historic document of surrender which ended the conflict. For years, John Counsell’s twin daughters had no idea about the role… Continue reading May 2020. The Writing of the Surrender Document
May 2020. VE Day 1945
May 2020. Victory in Europe Day is the day celebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender of its armed forces on Tuesday, 8 May 1945, marking the end of World War II in Europe. Several countries observe public holidays on the day each year, variously called… Continue reading May 2020. VE Day 1945