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VE Day birthday wishes for Claire Shimmin

Claire moved here in 1945 and will turn 100 this month

In celebration of VE Day yesterday, a family in Douglas dressed as a soldier, nurse and evacuees to wish Claire Shimmin a very happy birthday.

Ms Shimmin came to the Island in 1945, and later this month she will turn 100.

David East, who wished her a happy birthday from a safe distance, says it's important to remember what happened all those years ago:

You can watch the moment here:

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