33 memories of when D-Day put the world’s eyes on Portsmouth

By Deborah Croker

Published 5th Jun 2019, 15:57 BST

Updated 5th Jun 2020, 11:40 BST

The eyes of millions of people around the world were on Portsmouth a year ago today as the city hosted the UK’s national D-Day 75 commemorative service.

The service included readings by veterans and political leaders, musical performances and re-enactments from D-Day.

World leaders including Donald Trump, the Queen, Angela Merkel and Theresa May were in the royal box to watch the event.

Here are some of the best pictures from the service.

1. D-Day 75

D-Day 75. Picture: Chris Moorhouse Photo: Chris Moorhouse

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2. D-Day 75

Britain's Queen Elizabeth II attends an event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, in Portsmouth. Picture: JACK HILL/AFP/Getty Images Photo: JACK HILL

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3. D-Day 75

Veterans gather on stage at the D-Day 75 Commemorations on June 5, 2019 in Portsmouth. Picture: Chris Jackson-WPA Pool/Getty Images Photo: Chris Jackson

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4. D-Day 75

Performers dressed as soldiers perform during an event to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings, in Portsmouth. Picture: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS/AFP/Getty Images Photo: DANIEL LEAL-OLIVAS

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