In World War II, Dame Vera was known as the “Forces’ Sweetheart,” where she would entertain the British troops, thus being a voice of hope. In 1975, she was made a Dame Commander of the British Empire ...
LONDON (Reuters) - Vera Lynn, who entertained British troops during World War Two with songs that captured a longing for home and peace, was honoured on her 100th birthday on Monday with her image ...