Dame Vera Lynn, a symbol of resilience and hope dies aged 103
Dame Vera Lynn known for performing hits such as We’ll Meet Again to troops on the front line in countries including India and Egypt.
Her family said they were deeply saddened to announce the passing of one of Britain’s best-loved entertainers.
Six weeks ago ahead of the 75th anniversary of VE Day and during the height of the coronavirus pandemic, Dame Vera said: “ Simple acts of bravery and sacrifice still define our nation.”
Dame Vera who had sold more than a million records by the age of 22, was also remembered for singing The White Cliffs of Dover, There’ll Always Be An England, I’ll be Seeing You, Wishing and If Only I had Wings.
The Queen, Prince Charles, and Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney is among those who have paid respects to Dame Vera Lynn whose songs helped to raise morale in World War Two and were best known for her wartime anthem We’ll Meet Again.
Buckingham Palace said the Queen will send private condolences to the singer’s family.
Dame Vera’s daughter recalled her “ wonderful life and fantastic career”.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said Dame Vera’s “ Charm and magical voice entranced and uplifted our country in some of our darkest hours”.