Dame Vera Lynn - the Force's Sweetheart turns 100 today.

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A 350ft image of the Forces' Sweetheart will also be in celebration of the release of her new album, Vera Lynn 100.

Dame Vera Lynn, 100, to light up cliffs of Dover

 

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View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08G_sBg3iig

 

[buffnut453]

Hats off to the old girl. Several veterans I've spoken to tell of her contribution to morale during the war. Hope she has a wonderful ton-up birthday celebration.

 

[Old Wizard]

 

[stona]

Just saw a clip on the news of a bunch of veterans standing on top of the 'white cliffs' in a howling gale and driving rain to pay tribute to the Dame. Getting out there in absolutely filthy weather, and they were not exactly in the first flush of youth, well done lads, rather you than me
Cheers
Steve

 

[Gnomey]

Yeah I'm not sure I'd of braved that weather but they are a special breed after all.

 

[leons]

I agree, a special breed they are as was my Father In Law, Rest In Peace SSgt. Hilmer W. Beicker and thank you for your service.