VE Day
Dan Snow's History Hit
History Hit
4.7 • 13.7K Ratings
🗓️ 6 May 2025
⏱️ 26 minutes
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Summary
When the Second World War finally ended 80 years ago, there was a mixed reaction in Britain. Today, we hear about these varying responses, from elation and celebration to reticence and restraint.
For the final episode of our 'D-Day to Berlin' series, we're joined by Lucy Noakes, author of 'The People's Victory: VE Day Through the Eyes of Those Who Were There'. She takes us through the street parties and festivities, as well as the post-war challenges that began right after the war came to an end.
Produced by James Hickmann and edited by Dougal Patmore.
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| 1:14.0 | Today is the 77th anniversary of victory in Europe Day, the E Day. |
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