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Guernsey is participating alongside hundreds of buildings across England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands by lighting up in red, white and blue to commemorate Victory in Europe, or VE Day, and the end of World War II. 

Flying 12,000 miles US based Commemorative Air Force has brought one of their period WW2 military aircraft back to Europe for 80th Anniversary Celebrations, and this includes their project ‘Bringing the Boys Home

Guernsey’s ambulance service is providing preventative care advice for people heading into St Peter Port for the Liberation Day celebrations on 9^th May.

The full timetable has been published for the free Liberation Day scheduled bus service, which will enable islanders to plan their journeys for the day of celebrations on 9 May, as the island celebrates the 80th anniversary of Liberation.  

Guernsey’s 80th Liberation Day will host a variety of music performances throughout the day on North Beach, Albert Pier and Castle Cornet.

Guernsey’s skies will roar with the sound of history this Liberation Day, as a fleet of Second World War aircraft present a spectacular display of wartime aviation alongside a display from the RAF Falcons parachute team.

Guernsey is set to welcome over 100 visiting military personnel as part of this year's Liberation Day parade.

Featuring two original motor vehicles loaned by the Guernsey Military Vehicle group, the display also contains information introducing visitors to the history of Guernsey’s Occupation and eventual Liberation from German forces.

The Liberation Trail – which has been created in collaboration with a wide range of cultural and heritage partners - invites islanders and visitors to immerse themselves in the stories of those who endured, resisted, and ultimately rejoiced as freedom returned to Guernsey’s shores.