Vera Lynn

Queen Elizabeth II addresses UK on 75th VE Day

Queen Elizabeth II addressed the U.K. and Commonwealth on May 8 for the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day that marks the end of World War II in Europe.

"I speak to you today at the same hour as my father did, exactly 75 years ago," the Queen said. "Never give up, never despair - that was the message of VE Day.