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  • HM The Queen leads VE Day 70 commemorations at Westminster Abbey

    HM The Queen has led the nation in marking VE Day 70 today, 10 May, at a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • Cenotaph service leads 3 days of events to mark 70th anniversary of VE Day

    A Service of Remembrance was held at the Cenotaph in London to mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) today (Friday 8 May).

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    First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government

  • The two-minute silence: remembrance of the Glorious Dead

    In the build up to Victory in Europe (VE) Day we look at the history of the two-minute silence.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • VE Day 70th anniversary: Nick Clegg message

    The Deputy Prime Minister marked the 70th anniversary of VE Day, paying tribute to the bravery of those who fought in the Second World War.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A fight for the skies: The Battle of Britain

    In the last of a series of blogs, we take a look at three key moments for the Armed Forces in the Second World War.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Tactical drop: British Paratroopers’ drop to D-Day victory

    In the second of a series of blogs, we take a look at three key moments for the Armed Forces in the Second World War.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • A weekend to remember in London for VE Day 70

    Coming to London for the VE Day 70 weekend? Get the most out of the exciting weekend.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • First day to last: The Navy and the Battle of the Atlantic

    In the first of three blogs, we take a look at three key moments for the Armed Forces in the Second World War.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The World’s War in Europe

    A look at the role of troops from the British Empire, Dominions and foreign nationals in the UK Armed Forces during the Second World War.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Red Arrows and historic buildings lit up to mark VE Day 70

    New details about the celebrations taking place on the weekend of the 70th anniversary of VE Day have been announced.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Funding announced for veterans to attend VE Day 70 Commemorations

    Cost of travel funding available for Second World War veterans to attend events in London for the 70th Anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Star-studded concert announced to celebrate anniversary of VE Day

    Live Nation and BBC, in partnership with The Royal British Legion present VE Day 70: A Party to Remember.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The women of the Second World War

    A look at the role of women in the Second World War in the lead up to the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nation gets behind VE Day 70 as the Palace confirms the Queen’s attendance

    The Queen will attend a service of thanksgiving for VE Day 70 and communities are encouraged to take part in the celebrations.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Events map launched for Victory in Europe (VE) Day celebrations

    This online events map tracks events across the UK marking the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Veterans given special invitation to VE Day 70th anniversary celebrations

    Invitation for veterans of VE Day to take part in the national celebrations in London over the weekend of 8 to 10 May 2015.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • VE Day: events and general information

    This page provides general information and lists events taking place throughout the 3-day weekend marking the 70th anniversary of VE Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Victory in Europe (VE) Day celebrations

    A 3-day weekend of events will mark the 70th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • VE Day Beacons

    Over 200 beacons will be lit on Friday 8 May to mark Victory in Europe (VE) Day.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government