"When people talk about those who 'gave their lives' - it really upsets me to hear that expression. No one gave their lives, ...

The letter his family shared was written to them on 15 November 1945, when he was hoping to hear details of his return from ...

The declaration of victory over Hitler brought rare and unrestrained joy for Britons. But as Europe once more searches for ...

A thread of history connects our wartime photo of personnel at a Shropshire air base with today's commemorations of the 80th ...

As a child growing up in west Belfast, Tom Hartley remembers hearing the story of Leading Seaman James Magennis, the only ...

A blind veteran who lives in Plymouth has said he is "determined" to conquer a mammoth 2,000m charity swimming challenge for VE Day. Lee Whitfield is a a veteran living at Housing 21’s specialist ...

Heroic war veterans from Leeds have shared powerful memories as commemorations mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Pauline Alexander, who served with the Women's Royal Air Force (WRAF) from 1942 to 1946, has reflected on her loss and the ...

Second World War artefacts including a gas mask and an air raid warden’s helmet will be processed through Westminster Abbey ...

VE Day marked the end of World War Two in Europe. Huge crowds took to the streets on 8 May 1945 to sing, dance and rejoice ...

Princess Anne seemingly gave her most of the time to King Charles as he was heartbroken by the recent harsh words of his ...

A US poll on the popularity of British royals shows Prince Harry remains popular, but Meghan Markle's favourability trails behind several other family members.