VJ Day: North East marks 70th anniversary
Wreaths were laid at a war memorial in Mowbray Park, Sunderland, this morning as part of a service to mark the 70th anniversary of the end of the Second World War with Japan.
VJ 70th anniversary commemorations continue
A second day of commemorations will take place today in Belford, Northumberland, as part of a weekend of events to mark the 70th anniversary of VJ Day.
An exhibition based on the lives and experiences of prisoners of war will be on display at Belford Museum from 10am to 5pm this afternoon.
A memorial service is also due to take place at St Mary's Parish Church in the village at 3pm.
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