The tide had turned in Europe in the spring of 1945, but Canadians were still fighting and dying in Hitler's war. Tasked with liberating Holland and its people from Nazi occupation, our young soldiers forged ahead until freedom was finally won. The Dutch have never forgotten the sacrifice.
Sixty years later, their unwavering gratitude is captured as thousands gather for VE-Day celebrations in the Netherlands and at home. This special commemorative CBC home video brings you the most poignant moments from CBC News' coverage.

You'll join ceremonies held at two Canadian cemeteries in the Netherlands, and witness a sincere tribute by young Dutch children to those who died. Experience the sheer joy of Liberation Day celebrations in Wageningen, the city where Canadians accepted the German surrender. And in Apeldoorn, the parade of Canadian veterans always moves the crowd to tears. Then at home, you'll attend the National War Memorial ceremony and the grand opening of the new Canadian War Museum in Ottawa.