The Mulvaney family in Moorside flying the flag for VE Day. Picture by Frank Reid.The Mulvaney family in Moorside flying the flag for VE Day. Picture by Frank Reid.
The Mulvaney family in Moorside flying the flag for VE Day. Picture by Frank Reid.

We'll Meet Again: How Sunderland celebrated VE Day 75 at home during coronavirus lockdown

It says much for the spirit of Wearside that, even under present conditions, the 75th anniversary of VE Day was not allowed to be forgotten.
By Tony Gillan
Published 8th May 2020, 16:35 BST
Updated 10th May 2020, 12:30 BST

As these pictures go to prove, the efforts of the generation who had it far harder than we do is as appreciated in 2020 as much as it ever was. Have a look at these photographs to see Sunderland celebrating with a swing.

This stunning picture of Winston Churchill was created on Whitburn beach by artist Jax Higginson.

1. We will etch him on the beaches

This stunning picture of Winston Churchill was created on Whitburn beach by artist Jax Higginson. Photo: Sunderland Echo

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The Jenkinsons, from left, Terry, Jacob and Joanne.

2. Flying - and wearing - the flag

The Jenkinsons, from left, Terry, Jacob and Joanne. Photo: Sunderland Echo

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The bunting is out before the party starts for VE Day.

3. All decked out in West Boldon

The bunting is out before the party starts for VE Day. Photo: Sunderland Echo

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Arlo in West Boldon loves his country as much as any human

4. It wasn't only people who had a good time

Arlo in West Boldon loves his country as much as any human Photo: Sunderland Echo

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