The Nation Remembers - Highlights
Kirsty Young introduces highlights of the final day of VE Day commemorations, with a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey followed by a parade of veterans and fly-past.
Kirsty Young introduces highlights of the events held earlier in the day to commemorate the 70th anniversary of VE Day. In the morning, Her Majesty the Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh, together with other members of the royal family, attend a service of thanksgiving at Westminster Abbey to commemorate this historic occasion. Following the service, all eyes are turned to Parliament Square and Whitehall for a parade of veterans and all those involved in the war effort both at home and abroad. And the day concludes with a fly-past featuring the magnificent Battle of Britain Memorial Flight and the Red Arrows from the Royal Air Force.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Kirsty Young |
| Commentator | Sian Williams |
| Commentator | Eddie Butler |
| Presenter | Chris Evans |
| Producer | Neil Baldock |
| Executive Producer | Claire Popplewell |
Broadcast
- Sun 10 May 2015 18:00
