The Archbishop of York has warned the “good” resulting from the Second World War is “under threat” as the King led the nation in commemorating the 80th anniversary of VE Day.

Veterans and their families marked 80 years since VE Day at a tea party hosted by the Royal British Legion in Staffordshire on Thursday.

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This blog will share stories, pictures and information on events, memorials and celebrations taking place to mark the 80 year anniversary of VE Day.

On May 8 1945, the nation celebrated Victory in Europe, with church bells ringing out to mark the end of the Second World War.

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