The Queen and other members of the royal family will lead the nation today in marking the 70th anniversary of VJ Day.
A series of events in London will commemorate the sacrifices of British Second World War forces who fought and died defeating Japan.
The Queen will lead the country today in recalling the sacrifices of British Second World War forces who fought and died defeating Japan.
Thousands of people are expected to attend a series of events that will take place in central London to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day.
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh, the Prime Minister, veterans and former prisoners of war will attend a service at St Martin-in-the Fields Church this morning.
Later the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall will be joined by veterans and their families for a fly-past of historic aircraft and a wreath laying ceremony at Horse Guards Parade.
Members of the Armed Forces will then lead veterans and their families in a parade down Whitehall.
Police have urged anyone attending events to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day on Saturday to be vigilant.
Reports have claimed the commemorations could be targeted by terrorists but earlier this week Scotland Yard encouraged people to continue with their plans as normal.
A large security operation will be in place in the capital, with road closures in central London between 6am and 5pm.
The unlicensed events unfolded on Saturday night at Clapham Common and Tooting Bec Common.
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