In pictures: Stafford's VE 80th anniversary commemorations

Photos galore as Stafford was marking 80 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe.

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The county town's Victoria Park was the min focus of the events to celebrate the momentous events of May 8, 1945 or Victory in Europe Day when the Second World War Allies accepted Germany's unconditional surrender. Stafford photographer Ian Knight of Z70 Photography captured the celebrations.

Crowd at Stafford's VE 80th anniversary event in Victoria Park.

Stafford Town Crier — Town Crier Adrian J Bashford, from Rugeley.

Stafford branch of Staffordshire Regimental Association.

Window decorations at Eccleshall Pharmacy.