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Virtual Festival Day 1
THURSDAY 7 MAY
Vying for Victory: Britain’s Army, Navy and Air Force in Myth and Memory.
The Second World War was the first major conflict to see the implementation of a truly joint operations and command: three different services with three different sets of traditions, cultures and experiences.
Now, 75 years after Victory in Europe, how do we recognise the contribution of the separate branches of the armed forces on the Road to Victory? Should we view it as anything but a joint operation?
Author and historian James Holland joins lead curators from the National Museum of the Royal Navy, the National Army Museum and the Royal Air Force Museum to explore the highs and lows in the evolution of this unique working relationship.
And, as the modern media continues to draw on wartime experiences and expressions, they will assess how each of the services has cemented its own contribution in myth, tradition and popular culture today.
5pm: Vying for Victory Debate can be found on our YouTube
7pm: Live question and answer session will be hosted on Crowdcast: Sign up here to ask your questions & watch the live Q&A.
VE Day 75 Party Pack
Download our party pack bursting with fun activities – all designed to help you get ready to celebrate VE Day this Friday 8 May 2020.
Hang your bunting, put a poster in your window, wave flags and get cooking! There is loads to do so why not get started now!
