She was made a Dame in 1975 and a Companion of Honour in 2016. In particular, she campaigned for the Burma Star Association – a British veterans’ association for ex-servicemen and women who served in the Burma Campaign during the Second World War. Over the years I’ve always been touched by the sacks of letters we receive from people all over the world who have been moved in some way by my mother’s music, charity work or morale-boosting performances during the war.”ĭame Vera also became heavily involved with charity work later in her life.

I’m especially pleased that this coin is available to international collectors.

“We’re just so excited and pleased – even more so knowing that Royal Mint coins require approval of Her Majesty the Queen. The coin, designed by the Royal Mint’s in-house designers, was originally unveiled as part of a five-coin collection.ĭame Vera’s daughter, Virginia Lewis-Jones, said: “It’s fantastic to see my mother celebrated in this way and to ensure her legacy lives on. The singer and entertainer lifted people’s spirits during the Second World War with songs including We’ll Meet Again and The White Cliffs Of Dover.ĭame Vera continued to perform and win new fans long after WWII.

The coin also features an edge inscription that reads: “We’ll meet again”. The reverse design of the £2 coin design features a detailed portrait of Dame Vera, accompanied by her name and the dates denoting the years of her life. Forces’ sweetheart Dame Vera Lynn is being celebrated with the launch of £2 coins designed by the Royal Mint.

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