Dear Editor,
As the nation prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day on 8 May, it is right that we pause to recognise the remarkable bravery, dedication, and commitment of the Second World War generation.
We will stop and reflect again in August to commemorate VJ (Victory over Japan) 80.
The sacrifice and service of those who fought for our country will never be forgotten.
While VE and VJ Day stand as a reminder of the end of war, it was not the end of suffering and hardship for many of those who served, and for the families of those who lost their lives.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund was there to help individuals and families during and in the aftermath of the war.
Between 1945–1950, the Fund spent nearly £3 million supporting RAF personnel and their families, including providing financial grants for schooling for children who lost their fathers in battle.
Since 1919, the Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund has been there supporting the RAF Family and providing life-changing practical, emotional, and financial assistance.
Since 2022, more than 112,000 members of the RAF Family have benefited from our support, of which nearly 72,500 were serving personnel and their families.
The Royal Air Force Benevolent Fund is more than just a charity, it has stood alongside the Royal Air Force in war, in conflict, and in peace, supporting the RAF Family whenever and wherever it is needed.
You can learn more about the Fund’s continuous support for the RAF Family at rafbf.org/lifetimeofsupport.
Yours sincerely,
Air Commodore Simon Harper, Director of Operations, RAF Benevolent Fund
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