To mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day, Kirk Ella & West Ella Parish Council has proudly displayed commemorative flags around the area.

These flags honour a pivotal moment in the country’s history — the end of the Second World War in Europe and the final surrender in the Pacific. They serve as a tribute to those who served, those who sacrificed, and those whose lives were changed forever by the conflict.

About VE Day

VE Day — 8 May 1945 — marks the day Allied forces formally accepted the surrender of Nazi Germany, ending the war in Europe. Across the UK, people gathered in the streets to celebrate peace after nearly six years of conflict.

About VJ Day

VJ Day — 15 August 1945 — commemorates the surrender of Japan, which brought the Second World War to a final close. It’s a day of remembrance for those who served in the Far East and endured some of the most gruelling conditions of the war.

Our Local Tribute

By flying these flags, the Parish Council invites residents to pause and reflect on the courage, loss, and resilience of an extraordinary generation. We are proud to honour their legacy in our community.