I felt very greatly honoured to be given a Damehood and never expected to receive anything else. So for Her Majesty to bestow a further accolade on me is very unexpected and I feel even more honoured.
Vera LynnRead
It is so important that British children are taught about the World Wars that their great grandparents fought in and lived through. It was a terrifying time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Understanding history is crucial for children to grasp the significance of past events.
Vera Lynn emphasizes the importance of educating British children about the World Wars, which were pivotal events that shaped modern society. By learning about the experiences of their great grandparents who lived through these terrifying times, children can develop a deeper appreciation of their history and the sacrifices made for their freedom.
Themes
HistoryEducationWorld WarsChildrenLearning
In practice
Example use cases
During a school assembly, the principal spoke about the importance of knowing about the World Wars and quoted Vera Lynn.
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All quotes →In 1939, a newspaper ran a competition for the first load of boys off to war to pick their favourite singer. They chose me from my radio broadcasts. That's when I became known as the 'forces' sweetheart.'
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You can't have it all one way - be on the telly and the radio and make lots of money - and not offer anything to your followers when they need you.
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Perhaps it is no surprise I became an entertainer because many of my relatives were natural performers. Dad, who had a fine pair of lungs, was master of ceremonies at East Ham working men's club in east London. I felt so proud when I saw him in his white gloves calling out the names of the dances.
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I always felt that whatever I had to endure was nothing compared to what the average soldier, sailor or airman had to put up with.
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Make up your mind what you want to do, and go and get it. Make sure it is not at the expense of anyone else, though.
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