Jitterbug dancing and selling out beer: How Romford celebrated VE Day 80 years ago
05-05-2025 18:00 via thisislocallondon.co.uk

Jitterbug dancing and selling out beer: How Romford celebrated VE Day 80 years ago

This time 80 years ago, Romford and Hornchurch celebrated VE Day with street parties, dancing in parks and peace processions.
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