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VE Day 80th Anniversary

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To commemorate the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, Leeds Libraries have created a gallery of photographs on Leodis, our online photographic archive, showing how the people of Leeds celebrated both VE and VJ Day.

A group of people, mostly women, stand on the steps of Leeds Town Hall to celebrate the ending of the war in Europe. A stone lion can be seen amongst the crowd.
Celebrations on the steps of the Town Hall. Copyright: Yorkshire Post Newspapers.

But we feel sure there are more images out there so are inviting anyone who may have their own photographs of VE and VJ Day to get in touch with us and submit them for inclusion in this online gallery.

A group of soldiers and civilians stand on Briggate. One carries an effigy of Hitler on his shoulders.
A group of soldiers and civilians celebrating on Briggate. Copyright: Yorkshire Post Newspapers.

Printed photographs can be donated or digital copies submitted – ideally jpg files scanned at 300dpi. Librarians will be able to assist anyone who cannot digitise photographs and can help with scanning at our regular Digital Drop In sessions across Community Hubs and Libraries as well as at Central Library.

A group of mostly women and children are seated on a long table in a street for a street party. many other people are standing behind the table. The table is full of plates and food and decorations.
Image shows a street party in Cross Gates to celebrate VE day. Copyright: Leeds Libraries.

If you have VE or VJ photographs in Leeds that you would like to donate or want to chat to the Leodis team then please get in touch with us – localandfamilyhistory@leeds.gov.uk or call 0113 378 6982.

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