Keystone/Getty ImagesVera Lynn, serving cups of tea to servicemen stationed in Trafalgar Square on June 4, 1942.British singer Vera Lynn, whose touching ballads helped sustain the spirits of Britons during WWII, died today, according to aLynn rose to fame in the late 1930s and early '40s with songs like"We'll Meet Again," released in 1939 and" The White Cliffs of Dover," from 1941.
During this performance of"We'll Meet Again" for the Royal Air Force in 1943, most of the troops in attendance sung along with Lynn.She remained popular after the end of the war, releasing music, appearing in films and performing around the world. In 1952, she became the first British singer to hit No. 1 onLater in life, she became involved in charitable work, especially on behalf of veterans.
And don’t forget, “When They Sound the Last All Clear”! It’ll take you right back. 🎼🎹
She may have died today, but Vera Lynn became immortal long ago. Rest In Singing Peace.
RIP Vera Lynn.
oh my gosh i had no idea she was still alive going to listen to 'we'll meet again' and 'there's a land of begin again' or watch dr. strangelove what a life she must have had
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I was very fortunate being asked to write an article about Dame Vera and her love of her super garden that involved me having a personal tour and she even made me a cup of tea. She was completely lovely, down to earth and very respectful. A highlight of my life.
RIP, Beautiful Lady
A war hero! May she rest in race.
we'll meet again, some sunny day
103? Wow, RIP.
RIP
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