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Royal Mail Unveils VE Day 80th Anniversary Stamps Honoring Wartime Contributions

The commemorative collection includes a 10-stamp set celebrating unsung WWII heroes and a mini-sheet featuring Dame Vera Lynn, with pre-orders now open.

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Overview

  • Royal Mail has released designs for a special stamp collection to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, now available for pre-order ahead of a May 1 general sale.
  • The collection features a 10-stamp set honoring individuals such as codebreaker William Tutte, nurse Mary Morris, and Victoria Cross recipient Bhanbhagta Gurung.
  • A mini-sheet highlights Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime contributions, showcasing iconic moments from her career as the 'Forces' Sweetheart.'
  • A special VE80 postmark will be applied to stamped mail during the week of the anniversary in May as part of the commemorations.
  • The UK is preparing for a four-day celebration from May 5–8, 2025, with events including military processions, flypasts, and community street parties to honor the legacy of WWII.