VJ 80 Commemorations

LiMMA members have been taking part in VJ Day 80th Anniversary Commemorations around the UK.

Edinburgh

The Royal Scots Regimental Trust marked VJ 80 with a Thanksgiving Service at The Royal Scots Memorial Garden, Lauriston Castle Estate, Edinburgh remembering all those who served their country to secure the freedom we enjoy today. The service was attended by many Far East POW relatives, including Gerry Borge representing LiMMA.

London

The London VJ 80 Commemorations included a reception at No. 10, attended by Mandy Stubbs representing LiMMA.

Southampton

Southampton was one of the repatriation ports. A VJ 80 memorial service was held at the Southampton repatriation memorial, followed by a civic lunch on board Queen Mary 2, attended by POW relatives, including Robert Golding representing LiMMA, the Lord Mayor and some VIPs. There were 2 minutes silence on board, followed by a blast of the old steam whistle from the original Queen Mary which repatriated many Far East POWs.

Warminster

VJ 80 Commemorations in Warminster, attended by Ken Williams, representing LiMMA.

Weymouth

VJ 80 Commemorations at Weymouth Cenotaph, attended by Mandy Stubbs representing LiMMA.