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A very special street party. Today, we were honoured to host veterans of 1945 and the service men and women of today to celebrate #VEDay80.

A very special street party.

Today, we were honoured to host veterans of 1945 and the service men and women of today to celebrate #VEDay80.
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Wise advice from a World War Two radio operator, ahead of #VEDay80. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ β€œTry to think the best of other people,” says Marie, who served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service. 🌊 From the Greatest Generation we learn the importance of service, sacrifice and unity over division. πŸ™

Wise advice from a World War Two radio operator, ahead of #VEDay80. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

β€œTry to think the best of other people,” says Marie, who served in the Women’s Royal Naval Service.  🌊

From the Greatest Generation we learn the importance of service, sacrifice and unity over division. πŸ™
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Celebrating 80 years of peace. The Ministry of Defence - the strategic headquarters of the UK Armed Forces - is lit up this evening in tribute to the veterans of the Second World War. We must remember all those who sacrificed so much in defence of our values. #VEDay80

Celebrating 80 years of peace.

The Ministry of Defence - the strategic headquarters of the UK Armed Forces - is lit up this evening in tribute to the veterans of the Second World War. 

We must remember all those who sacrificed so much in defence of our values. 

#VEDay80
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Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 07 May 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: ow.ly/6oql50VOkHc #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - 07 May 2025.  

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A sea of poppies lights up the Tower of London for #VEDay80. Second World War veterans, cadets, military personnel and Defence Secretary John Healey gathered to pay tribute to those who died during the Second World War.

A sea of poppies lights up the Tower of London for #VEDay80.

Second World War veterans, cadets, military personnel and Defence Secretary John Healey gathered to pay tribute to those who died during the Second World War.
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80 years of peace and gratitude. The Armed Forces will pay tribute to veterans of the Greatest Generation at Westminster Abbey and the National Memorial Arboretum today. #VEDay80

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A victory that was hard fought and hard won. A victory that involved every part of society. 80 years on, we salute the extraordinary generation that liberated our continent and ensured that we, the generations that followed, can continue to live in peace. #VEDay80

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As the nation falls silent at midday, my thoughts are with all those who fought to defend our freedom and values, both on the frontline and at home. Today and always, we thank them for their service.

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On the 80th anniversary of VE Day, we honour the courage and sacrifice of those who secured our freedom. At Arlington National Cemetery, Luke Pollard MP reflected on the enduring UK–US alliance and NATO’s vital role in preserving peace πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ #VEDay80

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The Royal Air Force’s A400M Atlas took to the skies in the 80th VE Day Parade flypastβ€”now get the full inside tour with Air Loadmaster Rob! πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Watch the explainer in full on MOD YouTube: youtu.be/Ms6P3_l6usU

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πŸŽ–οΈ NEW: We’re launching a national training programme for NHS staff to improve healthcare support for our armed forces veterans, service personnel, and their families. Ensuring the NHS can best serve those who serve our country. Details: gov.uk/government/new…

πŸŽ–οΈ NEW: We’re launching a national training programme for NHS staff to improve healthcare support for our armed forces veterans, service personnel, and their families.

Ensuring the NHS can best serve those who serve our country.   

Details: gov.uk/government/new…
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Churchill's great-great-grandson Alexander, 10, meets Second World War veteran John, 103, after a #VEDay80 Service of Thanksgiving. πŸ™ The Westminster Abbey service celebrated and remembered the courageous men and women who restored peace to Europe 80 years ago. πŸ•ŠοΈ πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ #VEDay

Churchill's great-great-grandson Alexander, 10, meets Second World War veteran John, 103, after a #VEDay80 Service of Thanksgiving. πŸ™

The Westminster Abbey service celebrated and remembered the courageous men and women who restored peace to Europe 80 years ago. πŸ•ŠοΈ πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ 

#VEDay
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Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - May 08 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: ow.ly/RGfc50VMnGi #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - May 08 2025.  

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Look out for these exceptional Royal Marines musicians during tonight’s #VEDay80 concert on BBC One. Brothers Ross and Callum will perform with talented musicians from across the Armed Forces to honour those who secured our future 80 years ago. πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§

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The perfect tribute to our wartime generation. 🫢 The Defence Secretary joined His Majesty The King and 12,000 spectators for a #VEDay 80 concert. Military musicians performed with stars including John Newman and the cast of Operation Mincemeat. πŸ₯ 🎺 πŸ“Ί Watch on BBC iPlayer.

The perfect tribute to our wartime generation. 🫢

The Defence Secretary joined His Majesty The King and 12,000 spectators for a #VEDay 80 concert.

Military musicians performed with stars including John Newman and the cast of Operation Mincemeat. πŸ₯ 🎺

πŸ“Ί Watch on <a href="/BBCiPlayer/">BBC iPlayer</a>.
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Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - May 09 2025. Find out more about Defence Intelligence's use of language: ow.ly/LFwc50VPZ6H #StandWithUkraine πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦

Latest Defence Intelligence update on the situation in Ukraine - May 09 2025.  

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