08/05/2026
🌺🇬🇧 Today, we mark the anniversary of VE Day — the day millions of people across Britain and around the world celebrated the end of war in Europe.
On 8 May 1945, streets filled with people gathering together in relief, remembrance and hope for the future. Communities came together to celebrate peace after years of sacrifice, uncertainty and loss. Families reunited, church bells rang out, music played and people danced in the streets as the news spread across the country.
But alongside the celebrations was reflection for those who never returned home, and for the lives forever changed by war.
As we remember VE Day today, we honour those who served and the strength of the communities that stood beside them through extraordinary times.
Their legacy continues to shape the world we live in today. 🌺
Photos: War Office official photographer, Major W. G. Horton – Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons), Ministry of Information Photo Division Photographer – Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons), See page for author – Public domain (via Wikimedia Commons)
