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Veterans Art Project: VE Day 80
9 Apr 2025
Our blind veterans were invited to create artwork inspired by the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
A statement from Blind Veterans UK
3 Apr 2025
A statement from Blind Veterans UK on the sad decision to close our Llandudno Centre.
Blind veteran Tony's VE Day 80 candles
1 Apr 2025
One of our blind veterans is making and selling special candles to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day.
VE Day 80: After the Darkness
As we mark 80 years since this historic event, we'll be sharing extraordinary first-hand accounts from our veterans who were there. From the overwhelming relief to the highs and lows that unfolded, each one has a powerful story to tell.
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D-Day 80: In their own words
As the nation commemorates the 80th anniversary of the D-Day Landings, we are honoured to share the extraordinary first-hand experiences of our brave veterans who were there, fighting on the beaches of Normandy, each playing their part in the largest amphibious invasion the world has ever seen.
Veterans' stories
Every one of our veterans has a tale to tell. From those blinded in conflict to those who lost their sight through illness, their stories are often shocking and heartbreaking, but always inspirational.
Unseen Stories podcast
Find out more about our beneficiaries and our charity's rich history of helping veterans in our Unseen Stories podcast
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