There were street parties and sunshine aplenty last Friday, as the people of Stevenage, Hitchin, Letchworth and beyond marked the 75th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.

The Comet: People across Hertfordshire marked the 75th anniversary of VE Day in their own way. Picture: Peter WallerPeople across Hertfordshire marked the 75th anniversary of VE Day in their own way. Picture: Peter Waller (Image: Archant)

You’ve been sharing your fantastic pictures – with families basking in the sunshine, neighbours gathering (at appropriate distances) together and celebrations galore.

The Comet: Stevenage-based artist Aidan Farr's Churchill vs Coronavirus drawing. Picture: Aidan FarrStevenage-based artist Aidan Farr's Churchill vs Coronavirus drawing. Picture: Aidan Farr (Image: Archant)

There were street parties in Stevenage, houses covered in bunting in Hitchin and loud celebrations into the early hours in Letchworth.

The Comet: VE Day celebrations in Edmonds Drive, Stevenage. Picture: Sarah WaltonVE Day celebrations in Edmonds Drive, Stevenage. Picture: Sarah Walton (Image: Archant)

People across our county fell silent at 11am to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice during World War Two.

The Comet: VE Day celebrations. Picture: Ruth/TwitterVE Day celebrations. Picture: Ruth/Twitter (Image: Archant)

Friday marked 75 years since the Allied forces accepted the German forces’ unconditional surrender.

The Comet: Stevenage's Broadwater residents threw a booming street party. Picture: Karen BakerStevenage's Broadwater residents threw a booming street party. Picture: Karen Baker (Image: Archant)

But, it would be another two months before Japan surrendered on August 15, 1945, hence the title: Victory in Europe Day.

The Comet: 97-year-old Holly Leys resident Joan Foster remembers watching aerial dog fights during the Battle of Britain. Picture: Karen Baker97-year-old Holly Leys resident Joan Foster remembers watching aerial dog fights during the Battle of Britain. Picture: Karen Baker (Image: Archant)

READ MORE: VE Day 75: How Stevenage celebrated Victory in Europe in 1945

The Comet: Pictures taken from Stevenage on VE Day 75. Picture: Brendan FalveyPictures taken from Stevenage on VE Day 75. Picture: Brendan Falvey (Image: (c)Brendan Falvey)