Letter from the editor: Our city unites again in trust that better days always follow
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The city and country was united in joy. Many Sheffielders we have spoken to about that day say the memories still bring tears to their eyes. Today, we pause with respect and honour to remember the huge sacrifices made in World War II. We think of those who didn’t make it beyond their terribly young years and all the lives that were changed by those events. As we do, we are reminded of our own very different challenges of 2020 and effort that still lies ahead.
Who better to channel positivity and give us renewed hope – now and then – than Dame Vera Lynn with these words: “All around the world, people are facing extremely difficult times. It is likely that we will all have to make hard decisions in the coming months. I am reminded of World War II, when our country faced the darkest of times and yet, despite our struggles, pulled together for the common good and we faced the common threat together as a country, and as a community of countries that joined as one right across the world.
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Hide Ad“In light of the challenges we now face, it is time for us all to rediscover that same spirit that saw us through the war. By keeping calm, looking after each other, and following the Government’s latest guidance, we can overcome the threat of Coronavirus just as we have overcome so many other challenges before.
“I am sure many people, especially the elderly, are worried about what the future may hold. I encourage you all to keep smiling through.”
The Star has been was there through both wars and is here today to share the news that is important to you and to lift people’s spirits by amplifying the positivity that is already out there.
As we near the milestone of 50 days of lockdown, it seems strangely fitting that we should be celebrating VE Day.
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Hide AdSheffield will have another day of celebration soon and The Star team will be there to share it with you when it does - so that 75 years from now we can remind ourselves once again that difficult times always come to an end. Those who lived through the war trusted that something better would follow. Now we must do the same.