Ve Day Collection (page 5)

World War Two - Second World War - VE Day celebrations - Residents of Frank Street, Gateshead, set up their VE Day bonfire. 8th May, 1945

Soldiers on one of the lions in Trafalgar Square during WW2 VE-Day victory celebrations

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

WRENS sailors and soldiers dance in the street in Brighton on VE Day, the end of WW2. 8th May 1945

WW2 Members of the Canadian English American and Norwegian forces march around Trafalgar Square London during VE-Day victory celebrations

Peace baby Victor Edward born on VE Day Name celebrates the end of WW2

Dancing in a London street on VE Day, the end of WW2 in Europe 1945

WW2 Aerial view of VE-Day victory celebrations outside Buckingham Palace London

Members of the Royal Family pass under Admiralty Arch London during the Victory Day procession

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

VE Day celebration in Plymouth at the end of WW2. 1945

WW2 People dancing in Trafalgar Square London during VE Day celebrations May 1945

Crowd in Parliament Square London (opposite Palace of Westminster) waiting for Prime Minister Winston Churchill to make his victory speech on VE Day

Crowd gathers in Piccadilly Circus London for Victory celebrations on VE Day 1945 End of WW2 in Europe

Boats in Southampton Docks decorated with flags at the end of WW2. 1945

WRENS and sailors celebrate VE Day in Gordon Street, Glasgow. End of WW2 in Europe. 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

VE Day celebrations in London at end of WW2 people on a lamp post

VE Day Party, Sheffield, Yorkshire, 1945
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: s03604

Soviet red army troops during a victory parade in front of the brandenburg gate in berlin, germany at the end of world war 2, may 20, 1945

WWII: V-E DAY, 1945. Crowd gathered in Trafalgar Square in London, England, to celebrate the Allied victor in Europe. Photograph, 1945

VE Day in London
8th May 1945: Crowds in Piccadilly Circus climb lampposts and the Eros statues protective container, on VE Day. (Photo by Keystone/Getty Images)

VE Day In New York; corner of Wall Street and Nassau Street in New York City during
The corner of Wall Street and Nassau Street in New York City during the VE Day celebrations, 7th May 1945. Trinity Church looms in the background. (Photo by Archive Photos/Getty Images)

Happy Times
8th May 1945: A crowded Times Square on Victory in Europe (VE) Day, New York City, New York. (Photo by A. E. French/Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Celebration at last - 11 May 1945
A soldier helps an elderly couple to put up bunting and a Union Jack. George Garland Collection West Sussex Record Office Ref. No. Garland N24768

Statue Of Liberty On V-E Day
New York, New York: May 8, 1945 A soldier and his companion gaze up on V-E Day at the Statue of Liberty after it was illuminated, except for a brief period on D-Day

Early VE-Day On Wall Street
New York, New York: May 7, 1945. An erroneous Associated Press announcement has New Yorkers celebrating VE-Day and dancing on Wall Street

A red army soldier and his girlfriend on gorky street after the victory day celebrations in red square on may 9, 1945, the towers of the moscow kremlin can be seen in the background

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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.