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Trump Announces New National Holidays for World War I and II Victories
May 8 and November 11 are new national holidays for WWII and WWI victories that don't replace Veterans Day or close ...
'We must preserve precious memories from VE day'
As the country looks to mark 80 years since the end of World War II in Europe, new research has found a surprising number of ...
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VE Day 80: Stormont event recalls members of NI Parliament in 1945 marking end of World War II
A special commemorative event was held at Stormont yesterday where MLAs marked the 80th Anniversary of VE Day.
British royal family watches military parade marking start of VE Day events in London
Britain is marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day this week with four days of commemorations honoring the ...
Trump to rename Veterans Day and VE Day to honor World Wars
US President Donald Trump says he plans to rename Veterans Day - known as Remembrance Day in the UK - as "Victory Day for ...
Prince Louis Steals the Spotlight with Playful Moment with Prince William During VE Day Celebrations
Prince Louis tried to get Prince William's attention in a playful way at the parade marking the start of the royal family's ...
VE Day: How Orkney played a vital role and bore heavy losses during World War II
Little wonder, then, that when World War II finally came to an end, the celebrations in Orkney went on long into the night.
Trump declares May 8 as 'Victory Day' for World War II: 'Going to start celebrating our victories again!'
President Trump announced plans to designate May 8 as World War II "Victory Day" and Nov. 11 as World War I "Victory Day," ...
How to watch VE Day 80 online from anywhere – flypast, concert, TV channel, schedule
The historic 80th anniversary commemorations bring poignant stories from the last World War II veterans in a powerful tribute ...
King Charles Leads Royal Family in VE Day Tribute Days After Prince Harry’s Explosive Claims
King Charles and Queen Camilla have arrived alongside Prince William, Kate Middleton and more working royals to attend events ...
World War II veteran, 101, tucked Queen Camilla into her blanket during VE Day celebrations
CHIVALROUS veteran Jack Mortimer tucked the Queen into her blanket in the royal box outside Buckingham Palace. And the 101-year-old then gave Camilla a kiss on the hand as she left the VIP stand ...
How did World War II end – and why do Europe and the US recognise different dates?
Since this brought an end to the final theatre, Victory over Japan Day (or VJ Day) marks the official conclusion of World War ...