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VE80: The Stories Behind the Celebration

Where

Ground floor, Thameside Complex, Orsett Road, Grays. RM17 5DX

What

Culture

When

11 Apr 2025 - 15 May 2025

UNTIL Thursday 15 May

VE80: The Stories Behind the Celebration

Picture this… It is 8 May 1945, 80 years ago. People gather in the streets to celebrate peace after 6 long years of war.

Someone has dragged a piano from their house and is playing a tune as others link arms and dance. There are sandwiches, a blancmange and most likely the drink is flowing.

But look closely and you will see that the war has affected everyone. Young, old, male, female, the war touched them all and each of them has a story to tell.

Uncover the war experiences of 10 people with Thurrock connections by following their journey through our latest exhibition.

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