Next month, the UK will commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Normandy Landings on 6 June 1944 with a series of major commemorations and events across the UK and in France.

Also known as D-Day, the historic operation saw the Allied Forces mount a large-scale invasion of Nazi-occupied France that ultimately tipped the course of the Second World War in the Allies’ favour.

Many residents living in care homes across the country will have lived through this poignant period, making their own sacrifices; whether they had family members serving, or if they themselves served in the Armed Forces or as part of the Home Front.

A number of televised national events are planned to mark the anniversary involving the Royal Family, the Prime Minister and other dignitaries across the UK.

The Royal British Legion have created resources to help their members and supporters commemorate D-Day 80 and other battles of 1944. They want people to make meaningful connections and celebrate the legacy of the whole D-Day generation.

"They died serving their country; we will remember them."