Winston Churchill’s famous victory speech announcing the end of war will be broadcast in public spaces across the country at 3pm on Friday, May 8.
But here is our own reminder of South Tyneside’s valiant Churchillian spirit as its people fought on through the war years.
We have delved into the Gazette archives to find photos of air raid damage throughout the district, locals going about their daily business despite the Nazi threat, and a Royal visit to raise the spirits.
Perhaps a relative of yours is in the picture. Take a look at our selection.
9. A rousing welcome in 1940
There was a civic welcome in 1940 for Jarrow seamen who were rescued by the Royal Navy from a German ship called the Allmark. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
10. Welcoming the returning heroes
Huge crowds turned out to see the Jarrow seamen who had been rescued from a German ship in 1940. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: CL
11. Tell us more
What memories did you or your relatives have of living through the Second World War? Share them by emailing [email protected]. | JPIMedia Photo: Shields Gazette