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.
9. Dressing up for the occasion
From left, Vicky, Lauren and Gary Robson in Moorside. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Sunderland Echo
10. A proper VE Day knees-up
There was singing and dancing at Blossom Hill care home in Red House. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: Sunderland Echo
11. Tribute
Six year-old dancer Amber Newton dressed as a Second World War land girl to perform in Pennywell. | User (UGC) Photo: Sunderland Echo
12. Message in the Roker sand
A poignant reminder on Roker Beach of what we were celebrating on VE Day. Picture by Kev Wilson. | User (UGC) Photo: Sunderland Echo
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