Commemorating VE Day – A Time to Remember and Reflect

On 8 May each year, we pause to remember Victory in Europe (VE) Day, marking the end of the Second World War in Europe in 1945. It was on this day that Allied forces accepted the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany, bringing nearly six years of conflict in Europe to a close. VE Day was a moment of great relief and celebration across the UK and beyond, but it was also a time of mourning for those who had lost loved ones. The war had touched every community, including here in Doncaster, where countless local men and women served in the armed forces or supported the war effort at home. At Age UK Doncaster, we honour the sacrifices of the generation who lived through the war, many of whom are part of our community today. Their courage, resilience, and service continue to inspire us. As we commemorate VE Day, we reflect not only on the past, but also on the importance of supporting older people in the present—ensuring that those who gave so much are never forgotten or left behind. We invite you to join us in remembering, honouring, and thanking all who served.