Dame Vera Lynn, who has died at the age of 103, found fame as the singing morale-booster for British troops – and those waiting at home for their return – during the Second World War.
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Born in East Ham, east London, she rose to popularity with her patriotic songs, including We'll Meet Again, The White Cliffs Of Dover and There'll Always Be An England – earning her the nickname The Forces' Sweetheart.
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