VJ Day 80: The Nation's Tribute

11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Friday 15 August
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VJ Day 80: The Nation's Tribute

From the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, coverage of the national commemoration to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in the Far East. Commentator Paddy O'Connell provides historical context of the event, while key moments of the conflict are reflected through readings and musical performances by special guests. including a two-minute silence at 12noon

VJ Day 80: The Nation's Tribute airs on BBC One Channel Islands at 11:30 AM, Friday 15 August. (New, subtitles.)
Topics
Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
History
Paddy O'Connell
Contributor
Rosheen Archer
Producer
Sangeeta Bhaskar
Executive Producer