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Vera Lynn
Born 1917-03-20East Ham, London, England, UK
Dame Vera Lynn was an English singer-songwriter born Vera Margaret Welch on 20 March 1917. During World War II she toured India, Burma and Egypt, giving concerts for troops stationed there and gaining the nickname 'The Forces' Sweetheart'. Her 2009 album 'We'll Meet Again: The Very Best of Vera Lynn' topped the UK album chart. At 92 she became the oldest artist to do so.
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Movies & roles
Dame Vera Lynn at the BBCSelfThe Unforgettable Norman WisdomOld Lady that sang During the WarEntertaining the TroopsSelf - Contributor13 Hours That Saved BritainWitnessSongs That Won the WarHerself/PresenterJuliana 75!SelfVenus fra VestøRoleOne Exciting NightVera BakerRhythm SerenadeAnn MartinWe'll Meet AgainPeggy Brown