This year marks 80 years since VJ Day, when Japan announced its intention to surrender to Allied forces on 15 August 1945. This event marked the end of the Second World War and saw worldwide relief and celebration after years of conflict.
To mark this momentous anniversary, we’re offering a range of exclusive products to commemorate VJ Day and remember those who served in the Far East and beyond during the Second World War.
VJ Day 80 pin badges
Our eye-catching VJ Day 80 pin badges have been designed in-house exclusively for the RAF Association and aren’t available to buy anywhere else.
Choose from our unique VJ Day 80 V Shape Pin Badge or our classic VJ Day 80 Circle Pin Badge, both featuring the commemorative dates of VJ Day (15 August) with striking colours of red, white and blue.
Homeware
Enjoy your morning cuppa in our distinctive VJ Day 80 White Mug, specially designed for the RAF Association. Dishwasher and microwave safe, this charming mug features a large 80 in the centre of a red band, anniversary dates and ‘80th Anniversary Victory Over Japan’ wording.
Our exclusive magnets are the perfect collector’s items for anyone looking to commemorate VJ Day 80. Our PVC magnets feature striking colours and eye-catching details. Whether you choose our V shape magnet or circle magnet, they would make a fantastic addition to any collection.
Books
If you’d like to learn more about the events leading up to VJ Day, historian and broadcaster James Holland’s book Victory Against Japan 1944-1945 is the perfect addition to your bookcase.
This book is an essential introduction to the tactics that finally brought an end to the Second World War, featuring stunning illustrations from Keith Burns, bringing the story of VJ Day to life.
Accessories
Our range of VJ Day 80 accessories are ideal for history enthusiasts and aviation fans alike looking to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day.
Our stunning embroidered badges, featuring vivid colours of red, white and blue and the VJ Day anniversary dates, would make the perfect addition to a battle jacket or other piece of clothing.
Choose from our VJ Day 80 Embroidered Badge or our unique VE / VJ Day 80 Anniversary Embroidered Badge, which celebrates the anniversary of both VE Day and VJ Day, two pivotal moments in history.
Our stylish VJ Day 80 keyrings will help you keep all your keys in one place so you’ll never lose them again. Both our Stars & Stripes Circle Keyring and VJ Day 80 Circle Keyring are crafted from quality PVC and showcase the key dates of VJ Day.
Supporting the RAF community
As always, every penny made from the sale of our products will go towards our work to help those in the RAF community around the world who are most in need of our services.
