These are VE Day heroes submitted by our readers that still inspire us all today

Today we pay tribute to our entire Second World War generation. Here are some of the countless local heroes who played their part in securing victory in Europe.

Lest we forget.

9. Florence and Stanley

"My gran and grandad on their wedding day in their uniforms. Met during the war. Flo was in the WAAF and Stanley worked on the boats as an electrician to help with the planes." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Kirsten Wallace

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10. Rodney Wills

"My Dad, still with us at 94. He was a radio operator in the RAF and also trained as a plane spotter. He was 19 on VE day and instead of celebrating he volunteered to remain on guard duty." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Chris Whitelaw