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To mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day on 15 August, help us remember the forgotten history of those who fought in the Far East by sharing a story or message of thanks on our interactive map.
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.
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.
8 May 1945 – Victory in Europe Day. After nearly six years of war Germany officially surrendered on 7 May 1945 and the conflict was finally over. Learn more here.
When Marie Garcia joined the Women’s Royal Naval Service she had no idea she would end up working on D-Day.
Explore the history of VJ Day, marking Japan’s surrender in 1945, and learn about the vital role of Commonwealth and Allied forces in the Far East campaign.
Jack Smith joined the Royal Marines in 1942 when he was only 17. Two years later he was one of thousands of Allied troops taking part in D-Day.
An installation featuring 20,000 poppies, each with a hand-written message of remembrance, has landed in Arromanches, Normandy for D-Day 75.
Join uniformed personnel, military bands, veterans and supporters, at London Poppy Day and help us raise funds for the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.
There are many reasons, historical, political, cultural and social for why so many veterans of the war in the Far East have felt forgotten.
Join us for Manchester Poppy Day – a fundraising collection day all in aid of the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal.
Norman Penny served in the Royal Signals at D-Day, working on mobile landing strips for aircraft.
6th June marks the anniversary of D-Day, the largest seaborne invasion in history, and the beginning of the liberation of Western Europe. Find out how we’ll mark it.
In 2025, RBL will commemorate the 80th anniversary of VJ Day at the National Memorial Arboretum to honour and recognise the sacrifice of those who served.
On the 80th anniversary of the historic military operation that changed the course of the Second World War, RBL invites you to remember those who were part of D-Day.
Denis Fawcett joined the Royal Marines in 1940 and served at D-Day. In June 2016 he was awarded the Lègion d’Honneur.
