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.

13. Wendy Brownlee

"This is my Dad." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Reginald Bryant

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14. Jack

"My grandad Jack." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Sophia Duffy

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15. Peter Laidlaw

"My grandad who served in World War II, Peter Laidlaw." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Kerry Bacardi

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16. Maurice McCann

"This is my grandad, sergeant in the 1st Battalion Royal Scots who were out in Burma." | Other 3rd Party Photo: Maurice McCann

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