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Crowds gather for Cardiff service to mark 80 years since VJ day

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About 100 people have gathered for a wreath-laying service to mark the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day (VJ Day).

VJ day honours the conflict in the far east before World War Two ended, when atomic bombs fell on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, leading to Japan’s surrender on 15 August 1945.

Representatives from the Royal British Legion joined former servicemen and women for the event at Cardiff’s Alexandra Gardens, which is also being attended by politicians and faith leaders from across Wales.

Canon Aled Edwards, who led the service, said VJ Day is often overshadowed by Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) but he feels it’s “no less important” to honour those who served in the far east.

Commemorative events have been planned across the UK to mark the anniversary, including a special reception at Downing Street for veterans.

Speaking at the event, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said: “Our country owes a great debt to those who fought for a better future, so we could have the freedoms and the life we enjoy today.

“We must honour that sacrifice with every new generation.”


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