King George VI’s VE Day broadcast

’Together we shall all face the future with stern resolve and prove that our reserves of will-power and vitality are inexhaustible.’ On VE Day, people across the Commonwealth marked the end of war in Europe with a mixture of jubilation and quiet reflection on the many sacrifices which had been made for peace. On 8 May 1945, King George VI made this radio broadcast to the people of the Commonwealth to mark the end of war in Europe. You can read a full transcript of the speech at: