Talk and Tea: The 80th Anniversary of VE Day
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Talk and Tea: The 80th Anniversary of VE Day

Join us to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of VE Day by exploring St John's involvement in the Second World War.

By Museum of the Order of St John

Date and time

Thursday, May 8 · 12:30 - 1pm GMT+1

Location

Museum of the Order of St John

St John's Gate 26 St John's Lane London EC1M 4DA United Kingdom

About this event

  • Event lasts 30 minutes

Discover more about the Order of St John, St John Ambulance and the history of Clerkenwell at our free Ten-Minute Talk and Tea events. Tea and biscuits provided.

The 8th of May celebrates the 80th anniversary of VE Day, when victory in Europe was celebrated after the surrender of Germany’s forces on the Eastern Front. Join Curator Rebecca to hear about how St John Ambulance volunteers worked hard to provide medical and welfare support for British civilians and soldiers throughout the war.

This is a free, relaxed event. Drop-ins are welcome, or you can pre-register through Eventbrite. The event will take place in the Museum Galleries which are on ground level with step-free access throughout.

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Museum of the Order of St John

The Museum of the Order of St John tells the unique story of an ancient religious military Order, from its origins caring for sick pilgrims in eleventh century Jerusalem, through to its modern-day role with St John Ambulance, the international first aid charity.