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After VE Day thousands were still fighting in the Far East. Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day) marks the day Japan surrendered on the 15 August 1945, effectively ending the Second World War.
An installation featuring 20,000 poppies, each with a hand-written message of remembrance, has landed in Arromanches, Normandy for D-Day 75.
At 9pm on Friday 8 May, the Legion took part in a UK-wide rendition of Dame Vera Lynn’s ‘We’ll Meet Again’ to mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day.
To mark Commonwealth Day and International Women’s Day, we're celebrating how their roles have changed over the last 100 years.
In the Second World War June Denby was employed as a driver. And a month after the D-Day landings, she found herself on the way to France.
To mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day, RBL supporters left messages to remember, celebrate and honour the brave Second World War generation.
Discover what VE Day meant in 1945, reflecting on the service and sacrifice of a generation and what that means for our lives today.
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As the war ended in Europe, we share the VE Day stories of those who lived through it. Read some of the incredible recollections of that day here.
Remember D-Day and the people who keep us safe, and discover how service still protects us today.
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The Royal British Legion commemorated the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a special event at the National Memorial Arboretum in May.
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We observe a Two Minute silence on Armistice Day. At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month – we will remember them.
This year's Festival of Remembrance commemorates the people who secured peace and our way of life 75 years ago, whilst reflecting upon the sacrifice made by many in protecting the nation from Covid-19.
Join us for Manchester Poppy Day – a fundraising collection day all in aid of the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.
In the Second World War Frank Preston was an Able Seaman in the Royal Navy and served alongside troops from over 12 countries on D-Day.
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