During the latest episode of Antiques Roadshow, viewers witnessed host Fiona Bruce deliver a special announcement just minutes into the programme.

As the BBC programme commenced, which recently saw one item get a huge valuation, audiences observed footage from the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire, home to more than 400 memorials honouring those who served in the armed forces and civilian organisations.

A voiceover from Fiona could be heard before she appeared on screen as she said: "On the 8th of May 1945, celebrations broke out across the country to mark the end of the Second World War in Europe.

"But for many, this was just the beginning of the end. Germany and Italy may have been defeated, but the war against Japan was to rage on for another three months."

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