The News visited streets across Portsmouth as residents came out in force to celebrate and commemorate VE Day on Sunday, May 4. There was bunting, barbeques, and Pimms aplenty with the city awash with Union Jack flags.
Victory in Europe Day, known as VE Day, is on Thursday, May 8 this year and is the annual day of celebration of the Allies accepting Germany's unconditional surrender during World War II. Residents will be coming together to mark the occasion over the bank holiday weekend and give their respect to those that fought and gave their lives.
Here are 62 fabulous pictures street parties across Portsmouth:
77. VE Day street party
There was a big turnout on Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
78. VE Day street parties
The bar was well stocked in Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
79. VE Day street party
Brett with daughter Darlie, 1, and Ricky on Aberdare Avenue, Drayton. Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute
80. VE Day street parties
The VE Day street party on Grant Road, Drayton Photos by Alex Shute Photo: Alex Shute