2005 marks the 60th anniversary of one of the most significant events ever recorded in world history ? the end of the second world war. On Sunday May 8 2005 it will be exactly 60 years since hostilities ceased across Europe ? VE Day, Victory in Europe. For many readers, this momentous occasion will bring back memories of life during the war and the joy of hearing that victory was ours at last. Events held over the weekend of May 6-8 offer the perfect opportunity for hotels, community groups, councils and other organisations to celebrate a landmark in our history. Groups interested in holding VE60 themed events can obtain a promotional pack by visiting http://www.ve60.co.uk">www.ve60.co.uk or by calling 01352 757699. SSAFA Forces Help will benefit from every promotional pack that is purchased and from the proceeds of raffles held at official VE60 celebration events. This landmark anniversary serves to remind us of the outstanding contribution that service personnel continue to make to the history of the British Isles. There are nearly seven million ex-service men and women and their families in the UK at present who are eligible to receive assistance from SSAFA Forces Help. I wish to encourage your readers to celebrate VE60 in the same spirit as the country celebrated in 1945, remembering, as they did 60 years ago, the sacrifices that had gone before. Helen Walker Head of Fundraising, SSAFA Forces Help 19 Queen Elizabeth Street London SE1 2LP