King Charles Leads 80th VJ Day Commemorations in UK
King Charles leads 80th VJ Day commemorations at National Memorial Arboretum, joined by Queen, PM, and veterans. Two-minute silence, flypast, and poignant speeches mark the end of WWII.
King Charles leads 80th VJ Day commemorations at National Memorial Arboretum, joined by Queen, PM, and veterans. Two-minute silence, flypast, and poignant speeches mark the end of WWII.
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