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 South Tyneside celebrating with a swing on May 9 – and all within the rules.
9. Winging it at the VE Day celebrations
Darren and Victoria Hanson with a wonderful model Spitfire. Picture by Frank Reid. | JPIMedia Photo: Shields Gazette
10. Piece of cake
Dee Clayton, head baker at Cake Witchery, based in South Shields, dresses patriotically on a busy day for the business delivering afternoon teas around the community. | Other 3rd Party Photo: Other 3rd Party
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