VE Day Celebrations

 

What is VE day and when was it?

On 8 May 1945, people in Britain and across the world celebrated Victory in Europe, now known as VE Day. This marked the unconditional surrender of Germany and meant an end to nearly six years of a war. Some people celebrated early. Many people in Britain didn't wait for the official day of celebration and began the festivities as soon as they heard the news on 7 May. After years of wartime restrictions and dangers – from food and clothes rationing to blackouts and bombing raids – many were finally able to let loose and enjoy themselves.

The day became a public holiday, with parties on the streets across the nation, running late into the night. Villages, towns, and cities were decorated with flags and bunting.

Prime Minister Winston Churchill addressed a crowd of thousands from the balcony of the Ministry of Health in Whitehall. The future Queen, Princess Elizabeth, secretly joined in the festivities, while servicemen, servicewomen, and civilians from Britain, the USA and other Allied Nations celebrated together in a day of unity.

 

 

 

Lord God,

Remember Christ, your Son, who is peace itself,
and who has washed away our hatred with his blood.
Because you love all men and women,
look with mercy on all who are engaged in battle.
Banish the violence and evil within all combatants
so that one day, we may all deserve to be
called your sons and your daughters.
Grant this through Christ our Lord.

Amen

 

 

 

 

Today was a day of celebration!  Celebrating 80 years since the end of World War II.  It was a joyous and momentous occasion then and still is to this day! It was a chance for our children to really learn about the sacrifices men and women made for our freedom.

 

There were cakes, juice, ice-cream and jelly and the year through the school had a fabulous day.