🎙️ Tune in this Friday morning! King Charles III has a poignant message for the nation, marking the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. At 7:30 a.m., an audio message will be released, paying tribute to the heroes of the Pacific and Far East during World War II. 🇬🇧
The King’s address, recorded earlier this month at Clarence House, will honour those who served and suffered, including veterans and innocent civilians. Reflecting on the past, Charles will stress that the true cost of war extends beyond the battlefield, impacting every aspect of life.
VJ Day commemorates Japan’s surrender on August 15, 1945, effectively ending WWII. Charles’s message will echo the historic words once spoken by his grandfather, King George VI, highlighting that the example set by those who sacrificed is invaluable in both war and peace.
Join the national remembrance at the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, attended by the King, Queen, Second World War veterans, and Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. The service promises to be an emotional tribute featuring veterans from pivotal battles and a flypast by the Red Arrows and the Battle of Britain Memorial Flight.
Let’s come together to honour their memory and commitment. 🌺#VJDayAnniversary #HonouringOurHeroes #KingCharlesIII #RemembranceDay