At her home in East Sussex, Dame Vera, who turned 103 last month, listened attentively to Her Majesty's TV broadcast. The two women have a warm affiliation stretching back almost 80 years: Dame Vera sang her most-loved song at the Queen's 16th birthday party. Since the Queen's message — viewed by 24million people — made reference to We'll Meet Again, Dame Vera has reached a new audience. This year, the Daily Mail was due to stage a concert at the Royal Albert Hall to commemorate the 75th anniversary of VE Day. Send your stories to femailreaders@dailymail.co.ukFor information on SSAFA and to donate to the SSAFA VE Day 75 Appeal, go to veday75.co.uk

Source: Daily Mail April 10, 2020 21:15 UTC