07/05/2026
🇬🇧 Veteran Story for VE Day 🇬🇧
This VE Day, we are honoured to celebrate one of our very special residents and thank him for his incredible service during World War II.
In 1944, at just 17 years old, he joined the Royal Navy and bravely went to war to serve his country. During his service, he was aboard the HMS Cleopatra from 1944 to 1945, before serving on the HMS Recruit from 1945 to 1946.
Today, he kindly shared with us his treasured photo album filled with memories from his time in the Navy, along with the medals he proudly earned during his service. Listening to his stories and seeing these personal pieces of history was truly moving.
This week, as we remember the courage and sacrifice of those who lived through the war, we want to say a heartfelt thank you to him — and to all those who served — for the bravery, resilience, and dedication that helped shape the world we live in today. 🌹
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