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“EVERYONE PULLED TOGETHER”Ironically, Lynn’s biggest hit had a German title and came after the war. “Auf Wiederseh’n Sweetheart,” backed by a soldiers’ chorus, sold more than 12 million copies worldwide and made Lynn the first British performer to top the U.S.

LONDON — Vera Lynn, the singer who became a symbol of hope in Britain during World War Two and again during the coronavirus pandemic with her song “We’ll Meet Again,” has died at the age of 103.

Vera Lynn, who sadly died today at the age of 103, played an anti-heroin gig at London’s Crystal Palace Bowl with space-rockers and famed psychedelics fans Hawkwind. No, seriously.On August 24, 1985 Hawkwind were top of the bill at a show raising awareness for the Anti-Heroin Campaign, which was founded by The Who’s Pete Townshend.

BBC, a statement said: "The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain's best-loved entertainers at the age of 103."Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family.”Vera is best known for her hits We'll Meet Again and White Cliffs of Dover which rallied the troops and gave hope to families across the nation.She travelled to different countries, including India and Burma, to sing and be a force for positivity.Back in April, the Queen even made a reference to Dame Vera's songs in her address to the nation about the coronavirus lockdown, saying '"we will meet again".However, it's her charity work that she was particularly proud of.

Dame Vera Lynn once shared a stage with rock legend Lemmy and his former band Hawkwind.

In the sweltering jungle heat amid the echo of distant ­fighting, into their midst it floated like a breath of cool, fresh air.

Vera Lynn has died at 103, the singer’s family have said.The much-loved musician behind hits such as The White Cliffs of Dover, I'll Be Missing You, There'll Always Be An England and the iconic We'll Meet Again was best known for boosting the morale of soldiers with her trips to the front line during the Second World War.A statement said: “The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers at the age of 103.“Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family.”Dame Vera was born in East Ham, east London, on March 20, 1917.She performed for troops during the war, often at great personal risk, in countries including Egypt,

boost morale during World War 2.She is often dubbed 'the Forces' sweetheart' for her amazing popularity among troops during that era.Also known as the Queen's favourite singer, she’s most remembered for her songs “We’ll Meet Again”, “The White Cliffs of Dover”, “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” and “There’ll Always Be an England.”Born Vera Margaret Welch on 20 March, 1917 in London, Vera began performing at the age of seven in the local working men’s clubs, and she was 11 when she adopt her maternal grandmother’s maiden name, Margaret Lynn, as her stage name.She said of her early performances: “I used to go from place to place by tram. A shilling would take you all around London and the suburbs.“I didn’t love it at first.

Dame Vera Lynn, whose music acted as a symbol of hope during World War II and during the Covid-19 pandemic, has died at the age of 103.A statement released by her family read: ‘The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers at the age of 103.

Vera Lynn, the British singer whose songs were hugely popular during the Second World War, has died aged 103.A statement from her family said: "The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain's best-loved entertainers at the age of 103."Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family."Lynn was widely known as "the Forces' Sweetheart" as her performances inspired and gave hope to troops in Egypt, India, and Burma during the war.The songs most associated with her include "We'll Meet Again" and "The White Cliffs of Dover".She was born in 1917 in the London suburb of East Ham, the daughter of a plumber.

Dame Vera Lynn has died at 103, the singer's family have said.A statement said: "The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain's best-loved entertainers at the age of 103."Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family."It comes after The Queen used the singer's iconic song 'We'll Meet Again' earlier this year during her speech to the nation in th midst of the coronavirus crisis.Speaking about turning 103 on March 20, this year, she commented: “Thank you all for the kind gifts, cards and gestures I received to celebrate my birthday this year.“Once again, I am overwhelmed by everyone’s kindness and generosity, and am so grateful to you

Vera Lynn dead: How did 'We'll Meet Again' icon Vera Lynn die?She is best known for hits such as and We’ll Meet Again and The White Cliffs Of Dover.Vera released a new video for her hit song We'll Meet Again back in March, in celebration of her 103rd birthday.The new video included a reassuring voiceover to UK citizens amid the coronavirus pandemic.She said: “We are facing a very challenging time at the moment, and I know many people are worried about the future.“I’m greatly encouraged that despite these struggles, we have seen people joining together.“Music is so good for the soul, and during these hard times we must all help each other to find moments of joy.”Tributes have flooded in for the late performer on social media.Piers Morgan

confirmed to have passed away by her family, who said in a statement: ‘The family are deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers at the age of 103. ‘Dame Vera Lynn, who lived in Ditchling, East Sussex, passed away earlier today, 18 June 2020, surrounded by her close family.’The star’s passing comes as she enjoyed a resurgence during the last months of her life, as the lyrics of her wartime classic We’ll Meet Again became a source of comfort to many Britons during the coronavirus pandemic.The song, which originally helped raise spirits during the Blitz, was channelled by The Queen as she told those separated from family and friends during lockdown: ‘We will meet again.’Dame Vera told the Radio Times:

Dame Vera Lynn has died at the age of 103, her family have confirmed.

boost morale during World War 2.She is often dubbed 'the Forces' sweetheart' for her amazing popularity among troops during that era.Also known as the Queen's favourite singer, she’s most remembered for her songs “We’ll Meet Again”, “The White Cliffs of Dover”, “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square” and “There’ll Always Be an England.”Born Vera Margaret Welch on 20 March, 1917 in London, Vera began performing at the age of seven in the local working men’s clubs, and she was 11 when she adopt her maternal grandmother’s maiden name, Margaret Lynn, as her stage name.She said of her early performances: “I used to go from place to place by tram. A shilling would take you all around London and the suburbs.“I didn’t love it at first.

Dame Vera Lynn has died today aged 103.