On 8 May 1945, King George VI made a radio broadcast to the people of the Commonwealth to mark the end of the war.
“Together we shall all face the future with stern resolve and prove that our reserves of will-power and vitality are inexhaustible.”
The Royal Family celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day
This week, The Royal Family is joining celebrations for the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day.
VE Day 80
Their Majesties The King and Queen, together with other Members of the Royal Family, are attending events commemorating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe.
Commemorations will continue throughout the week, ending on the 8th May: the 80th anniversary itself.
The programme for the week is as follows:
Sunday 4th May
VE Day events began with commemorations in Denmark to celebrate the country’s Liberation.
Monday 5th May
The King and Queen, together with Members of the Royal Family and the Prime Minister, joined Second World War veterans to watch a military procession down The Mall to the Palace. Their Majesties and other members of the Royal Family appeared on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, as George VI had done with his family 80 years previously.
The King and Queen then hosted a Tea Party for veterans and members of the Second World War generation at Buckingham Palace.
Tuesday 6th May
The Queen will view a new display of ceramic poppies at The Tower of London.
Thursday 8th May
Their Majesties, joined by Members of the Royal Family, will attend a Service of Thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey.
The King and Queen will attend a live celebratory concert from Horse Guards Parade to conclude the national VE Day commemorations.
Friday 9th – Saturday 10th May
The Princess Royal, accompanied by Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence, will mark the 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Guernsey and Sark in the Channel Islands.
EYEMOUTH ON THURSDAY 8TH MAY
There will be a wreath laying ceremony in Eyemouth on Thursday 8th May.
BUGHTRIG SUNDAY 11TH MAY
The Admiral Ramsay Museum Bughtrig, Berwickshire, TD12 4JP
This year marks the 80th anniversary of V E Day, and we are celebrating with a special event at Bughtrig Garden. Join us for a day filled with history, remembrance, and gratitude as we honor those who served and sacrificed during World War II.
Tickets : Adults £10, Children (16yrs and under) £5
The day will include the following:
Museum visit
Garden visit
Treasure hunt with prizes
Cream Teas 3:15pm-4pm / 4:15pm – 5pm (2 sittings)
Coldstream Pipe Band
THERE WILL BE A 2 MINUTE SILENCE AT 4PM
If you have any questions or queries regarding the event or tickets, please contact wills.pa@ramsayfairs.com
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