We'll meet again - the Dublin connections of Dame Vera Lynn

The "unforgettable British icon" and poster girl for soldiers during World War Two had Irish roots, reinforced by a childhood visit, writes Con McGrath

An “unforgettable British icon” is how many of the tributes to the late Dame Vera Lynn are headed. The multiple record breaker passed away this week, surrounded by her close family. The singing legend rose to international acclaim during World War Two, with her inspiring songs such as The White Cliffs of Dover and We’ll Meet Again.

Yet not only did she entertain the troops via radio, she even embarked on morale-boosting visits to the front line during the war. By such remarkable endeavours she endeared herself into the hearts of the British public like few performers ever did.