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Britain will come collectively subsequent yr to say a giant thanks to the best technology to mark the eightieth anniversary of the tip of the Second World War.

Victory in Europe Day on May 8 is etched within the reminiscence of everybody who witnessed it.

VE Day marks the formal acceptance of Germany’s unconditional give up in 1945, whereas Victory over Japan Day on August 15 is the day on which Imperial Japan surrendered, successfully bringing the conflict to an finish.

On May 8Prime Minister Winston Churchill introduced on the radio at 3pm that the conflict in Europe had ended following Germany’s give up the day earlier than.

To rejoice, individuals wearing crimson, white, and blue held road events in a jubilant celebration whereas crowds gathered in Trafalgar Square.

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To mark the very particular eightieth anniversary, Britain is contemplating a brand new four-day financial institution vacation to commemorate the anniversary of World War II, honour the 450,000 British lives misplaced, and categorical gratitude to those that fought.

Next yr will possible be the final probability for our 1939-45 veterans, of whom round 70,000 are nonetheless alive, to attend commemorations of their honour.

No resolution has been made on which summertime weekend would successfully be prolonged to 4 days, however an announcement is imminent.

Potential dates embrace May 9-12 or an prolonged summer season financial institution vacation weekend in August.

Market Garden Veteran Geoff Roberts, 99, who was captured within the airborne assault on Arnhem in 1944 and held as a prisoner of conflict, mentioned: “I think it’s very important in these current times we remember those that gave their lives for our freedom and peace in Europe. We should never forget them. Maybe an extra bank holiday will help to remind people about what’s happened in the past.”

Do you suppose Brits ought to get an additional financial institution vacation subsequent yr to mark the event?