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Fascinating snapshot of town's life on VE Day

Burton Mail

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May 06, 2025

HISTORY CENTRE SHARES OLD PHOTOS

- By JOSEPH RICHARDS

STAFFORDSHIRE History Centre has shared photos of VE Day celebrations in 1945, ahead of this year’s 80th anniversary commemorations.

Victory in Europe Day on Thursday, May 8 celebrates the formal acceptance by the Allies of Nazi Germany's unconditional surrender in 1945.

It’s a day of celebration and remembrance, honouring the sacrifices made.

Ahead of the day Staffordshire History Centre has shared photos of how people celebrated in 1945.

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