On the 8th May 1945 Germany singed an unconditional surrender bringing an end to the Second World War in Europe.
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| German signing of unconditional surrender |
The act of surrender followed the total defeat of German Armed forces and the Thousand Year Reich lay in ruins.
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| Reichstag Berlin in ruins |
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| Soviet flag flies over ruins of Berlin |
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| Soviet troops in Berlin |
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| Canadian Gunners VE Day |
An end to conflict which began for the British people on the 3rd September 193, ending 2,074 days later.
The end to fighting in Europe resulted in celebrations in Europe and America, though it was remembered that fighting continued in the Far East, it would be 15th August before Victory over Japan would be declared.
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| Victory in Europe 8th May 1945 |
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| VE Day Churchill and Royal Family |
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| VE Day Street Party 8th May 1945 |
The 75th Anniversary commemoration was to be a virtual occasion with the UK in lockdown due to Covid 19. Parading via social media and back garden parties replacing street parties.
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VE Day 75 Virtual Parade 8th May 2020 |
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| VE Day 75 Virtual Parade 8th May 2020 |
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VE Day 75 Back Garden Party 8th May 1945 |
