Eternal gratitude to those who, in Winston Churchill’s words, ‘drew the sword against tyranny’.
Author: WTX News Editor
PRINCE George has met veterans alongside Princess Kate and Prince William after joining Charlotte, Louis, and the King for a stunning VE Day flypast.
VE Day celebrations dominate many newspapers today, with the front pages featuring images from yesterday’s fly-over and celebrations. The royals were in attendance for yesterday’s London events and pictures of the family on the Buckingham Palace balcony are featured.
The tabloids fawn over the royals and pay tribute to the veterans whilst also looking ahead to what the rest of the week’s commemorations will look like.
Today’s news is dominated by yesterday’s commemoration of VE Day – as Europe marks 80 years of the end of WW2. There’s plenty of coverage of the royals – and their role in the celebrations and a look ahead at what other events are taking place across the country this week.
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The mall was packed yesterday, with flags waving and celebrations in full swing as Britons marked the 80th anniversary of VE day – the end of WW2 in Europe.
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Thousands gathered at the Mall to honour VE Day, highlighting a collective desire to remember personal wartime stories, often linked to family.
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Four generations of the Royal Family participated in VE Day 80th anniversary celebrations, prominently featuring The King and Queen alongside the Prince and Princess of Wales and their children from Buckingham Palace.
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Sky News showcases new Augmented Reality (AR) technology developed by Atlantic Productions and the Imperial War Museum, allowing users to engage with VE Day stories at home.
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