VE Day Now and Then
Thursday, the 8th of May 2025, marks 80 years since VE Day when the Second World War ended in Europe.
The long-anticipated news resulted in spontaneous celebrations across the country, and a national holiday was declared when people from all walks of life came together to mark the occasion.
However, the war in the East did not end until the 15th of August, 1945, when Japan finally surrendered. The day was celebrated worldwide as Victory over Japan (VJ Day).
To mark this important anniversary, families and communities are coming together to unite and celebrate 80 years of peace since the Second World War ended in Europe to remember the enormous sacrifices that were made both at home and abroad and to celebrate as people did 80 years ago, the arrival of peace in Europe.
Beacon Lighting
Upchurch Parish Council invites all residents to the Recreation Ground, Oak Lane, for a beacon lighting event to commemorate the VE Day 80th Anniversary on Thursday, the 8th of May, from 7:00pm.
The beacon will be lit at 9:30pm.
There will be refreshments and music. Please bring your own seating and blankets.
VE Day 80 is a tribute to those who fought for the freedom we all enjoy today and a powerful reminder of the resilience and unity that have defined our country ever since.
For further information Email: clerk@upchurchparishcouncil.gov.uk
And visit: https://ve80.com
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