Ve Day Collection

Victory in Europe (VE Day), thanksgiving service, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1945
Victory in Europe - on the day of the announcement by HM Government of the cessation of hostilities in Europe a simple service of thanksgiving will take place at the city war memorial From an

Victory in Europe (VE Day) - united service of thanksgiving, Sheffield City Hall, 1945
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y13733

Thanksgiving for Victory in Europe (VE Day), Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1945
From an original at Sheffield Local Studies Library: y13732

V. E. Day Daily Mail 8 May 1945
V-E Day celebrations in Londons Trafalgar Square V.E. Day Daily Mail 8 May 1945

Victory in Europe Day. (VE Day) in Portsmouth, Hampshire. A sailor accompanied by the WRENS (The Womens Royal Naval Service) celebrate in the street

Hull Victory Parade. Among those at the saluting base when Sheriff (Ald. H. W
Hull Victory Parade. Among those at the saluting base when Sheriff (Ald. H.W. Jackson) and the Lord Mayor (Coun. Herbert Harrison). June 1945

30 Year Old Pte Jim Kavangh of Edward Street Birmingham could not get home for VJ Day so the children waited until he did return before having their peace day celebration

VE day celebrations at Piccadilly Circus at end of WW2 crowds fill the square on this historic occasion. 8th May 1945

A street party in the Newton Heath district of Manchester during VE Day celebrations, Tuesday 8th May 1945

The King and Queen with Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret on the Balcony of Buckingham Palace on VE-Day, 8 May 1945

Big Ben, the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London floodlit on the night of VE Day, 8 May 1945
6015178 Big Ben, the clock tower of the Houses of Parliament in London floodlit on the night of VE Day, 8 May 1945, having been subject to the blackout in force during World War II (photo)

Civic authorities arrive at the Hall of Memories, Centenary Square, Birmingham, for a service of thanksgiving following the allied armies victory in Europe. 9th May 1945

Victoria Square, Birmingham, shortly after Mr. Churchills radio announcement of the end of the war in Europe. 8th May 1945

A service of thanksgiving following the allied armies victory in Europe at the Hall of Memories, Centenary Square, Birmingham. 9th May 1945

Civic authorities at the Hall of Memories, Centenary Square, Birmingham, for a service of thanksgiving following the allied armies victory in Europe. 9th May 1945

V. E. Day celebrations in London outside Buckingham Palace, London
V.E. Day celebrations in London outside Buckingham Palace, London. Victory in Europe Day. Picture taken 8th May 1945

Queen Victoria Square, Hull, Yorkshire on Victory in Europe Day. VE Day. Picture taken 8th May 1945

Round the victory bonfire at Sproatley, East Yorkshire. 8th May 1945

VE Day celebrations - hoisting the flag at Kemsley House, Manchester. 8th May 1945

All day long the happy crowds paraded. They cheered, they waved flags, they flocked from place to place, determined not to miss a single sight on this day of days. The victory was in everyones blood

Victory day celebrations at the Victoria Memorial, London. 8th May 1945

VE Day scene at a market in Manchester. 8th May 1945

Victory day celebrations in London. 8th May 1945

Manchester Victory Parade. The scene in Albert Square after the Cathedral Service. The Lord Mayor Alderman W.P Jackson seen on the dais addresses the parade. 8th May 1945

Parliament Street and Whitehall after the Victory procession has passed. 8th May 1945

May Day and Victory Parade in Manchester. A corporation horse drawn coach was in the procession from Albert Square to Platt fields. 8th May 1945

VE Day celebrations in Manchester. 8th May 1945

Victory celebrations in Manchester. 8th May 1945

VE Day in Piccadilly. 8th May 1945

Victory day celebrations - people dance at St Georges Plateau, Liverpool. 8th May 1945

VE Day celebration party on Prospect Hill in Leicester, 8th May 1945

Land Army Girls about to parade through the streets of Nottingham for a victory parade. 15th June 1945

Local children enjoy a VE Day party in Beam Street, Barton Hill, Bristol. 8th May 1945

Rosemary Lane, Lincoln victory street party May 1945

Lincoln VE Day Parade, Land Army girls march passed the cathedral. Circa 15th May 1945

This Lincoln Corporation Guy Arab II 6LW bus seen here in its victory very shortly after VE Day. Circa 10th May 1945

Crowds gather in Lincoln for the citys VE Day parade. 15th May 1945

Prince Charles, Prince William, Diana Princess of Wales holding the hand of her son Prince Harry at a ceremony in Hyde Park, London

The people of Paignton gather outside the Palace Avenue Theatre in May 1945 to celebrate " Victory in Europe". VE Day

Bristol street party celebrating Victory in Europe 8th May 1945

Bristol crowds go wild celebrating Victory in Europe VE Day. 8th May 1945

Queen Elizabeth II, Queen Mother & Princess Margaret on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, to celebrate the 50th anniversary of VE Day. 8th May 1995

VE Day scenes in Teesside. 8th May 1945

Past and present servicemen marched through Stockton to mark the 42nd anniversary of the end of war in Europe. The annual VE Day commemorative parade, organised by the Combined Services Association

Victory Day Parade in Teesside. 8th May 1945

Prime Minister Winston Churchill surrounded by huge crowds of people on his visit to Birmingham during the election campaign of 1945

VE Day celebrations in Central London to mark the Allied victory in Europe at the end of the Second World War. Jubilant crowds gather outside Buckingham Palace to celebrate. 8th May 1945

At 3pm on 8 May 1945, Prime Minister, Winston Churchill announced that the war in Europe would end at midnight. London erupted into a massive chorus of jubilation and celebration

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"Victory in Europe (VE Day) - A Celebration of Triumph and Gratitude" In the spring of 1945, as the world emerged from the darkness of war, a momentous day arrived – Victory in Europe (VE Day). On this historic occasion, people across Sheffield, Yorkshire gathered to express their profound gratitude for the end of World War II. Sheffield City Hall became a beacon of hope and unity as it hosted a united service of thanksgiving. The air was filled with joyous hymns and heartfelt prayers, echoing through its grand halls. This solemn gathering symbolized the resilience and determination that had brought victory to our shores. Meanwhile, in Piccadilly Circus, crowds swarmed together to celebrate VE Day's arrival. The square overflowed with jubilant faces; laughter and cheers reverberated through every corner. It was an unforgettable sight – a testament to the indomitable spirit that had carried Britain through dark times. As dusk fell upon London, Big Ben stood tall against the night sky. For years hidden under blackout restrictions during wartime, it now shone brightly with floodlights illuminating its majestic presence. Its chimes echoed throughout the city streets like a symphony heralding newfound freedom. The nation eagerly tuned into Mr. Churchill's V. E. Day broadcast – his voice resonating with pride and relief as he shared news that would forever be etched in history books: victory had been achieved. His words were met with tears of joy and sighs of relief by millions who listened intently on their radios. On this momentous day, even royalty joined in celebrating VE Day's significance. King George VI stood alongside Queen Elizabeth accompanied by Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret on Buckingham Palace's balcony overlooking cheering crowds below them—a poignant image capturing both national triumph and royal solidarity. For five long years, Britain endured hardship but never lost hope or faith in ultimate victory over tyranny.