Historical Belfast

VE Day in Belfast 1945


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In Episode 1 of the Historical Belfast Podcast, Jason Burke takes a closer look at how VE Day was celebrated in Belfast in 1945. From burning effigies of Adolf Hitler, to all-night parties on the Shankill Road, the people of Belfast marked the occasion in style. This episode is intended to coincide with the 75th anniversary of VE Day.

Podcast theme music via Jason Shaw at www.audionautix.com 
Cover image produced using the A R Hogg Collection: PRONI Ref: LA/7/8/HF/3/9

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