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VE Day 75th Anniversary illustration 🇬🇧

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2020-05-08

My Aunty was in the WAAF during WW2 and became a Plotter Mapping the progress of the war in the skies within the control room She was the first to know the scale & magnitude of an impending raid and the success or failure in trying to repel it She survived the war

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2020-05-08

Children in Year 6 and 8 have been producing these fantastic posters in their History lessons

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2020-05-08

I illustrated this Schools Resource Pack for , with schools closed it’s online here to download at home: https://t.co/iF3Tv8uK1f

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2020-05-08

Our movement might be limited at the moment, but our memories aren’t. Honour our heroes from home - social distancing doesn’t stop us from remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We will remember them and we will meet again: https://t.co/SRA1qCQ6GZ

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2020-05-08

Happy

We'll be marking the occasion by re-reading Grandpa’s Great Escape by

Check out this video of David reading from the book + download instructions on how to make your very own model spitfire! https://t.co/zT7lzHSj9t

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2020-05-08

For Day:

Gilbert Spencer (1892-1979) ‘Listening’ c.1940, signed 'Gilbert Spencer' (lower right), Oil on canvas, 17.5 x 22 in. (44.5 x 55.9cm) framed.

During Gilbert Spencer served as an official war artist, (1940–1943).

https://t.co/vccDWugQua

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2020-05-08

To help mark I have created a series of portraits of WWII veterans. Like many people of my generation, I am increasingly aware of the bravery of those involved in WWII. I wanted to pay tribute to their sacrifice and courage.

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2020-05-08

How many of each object can you spot in this puzzle by Sharon from Hillingdon Libraries, inspired by and street party celebrations?

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2020-05-08

We're marking with this painting by one of over 300 War Artists commissioned to record the events of war and provide documentation of wartime activities. Image: Eric Ravilious (1903–1942), View Through Propeller, 1942. Towner Collection.

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2020-05-08

Marking the on with their depictions of continuing with Henry Moore. He was not really inspired by sport but a drawing of the Artists feet on Holiday shows him in a peaceful place.

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2020-05-08

Bob Moran on - political cartoon gallery in London https://t.co/dePcTdnXF6

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2020-05-07

‘Searchlights and Shellfire’ is a 1941 oil painting by Derby artist Ernest Townsend. Every week in May we will be sharing some of the art depicting Derby from our collections. This week’s choice is inspired by the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

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2020-05-06

This week’s newsletter marks 75 years since the Battle of the Atlantic and VE Day. https://t.co/8PGl5YH0Mq

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2020-05-06

Helping to put up the Bunting. As the 75th anniversary of approaches here's a fitting painting from Sid Kirkham to bring back some joyous memories of victory celebrations and street parties in North Staffordshire.
https://t.co/BlQY4Ga8Oy

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2020-05-05

To help mark I have created a series of portraits of WWII veterans. Like many people of my generation, I am increasingly aware of the bravery of those involved in WWII. I wanted to pay tribute to their sacrifice and courage.

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2020-05-05

What's he reaching for? Find out on

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2020-05-04

🕊️ Looking for some inspiration for marking at home? How about creating a Peace Dove? Visit our website for a handy template (and even more ideas too!) https://t.co/mibiLoJ1oQ

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2020-05-03