People across Edinburgh have taken to social media to remember the popular singer Dame Vera Lynne who has died age 103.
The singer, who came to fame after traveling to the frontline to entertain troops during the Second World War, was hailed as an "icon" by the governor of Edinburgh Castle following her death.
Her work led to her being dubbed 'the Forces' sweetheart' because of her popularity among troops during the war.
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Her most famous song, "We'll Meet Again", was even paraphrased by the Queen in her recent address to nation at the start of the coronavirus crisis.
Indeed, her wartime hits have enjoyed a popular resurgence throughout lockdown, with people using them to think about better days ahead.
Popular throughout the generations even today, other hits from Dame Vera Lynn included the "The White Cliffs of Dover" and "A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square", and "If Only I Had Wings", written to help raise British spirits during the Blitz.
“My songs reminded the boys of what they were really fighting for,” she once said. “Precious, personal things, rather than ideologies and theories.”
Her life and times were onces remembered in a play at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2017 titled "We'll Meet Again:Vera Lynn, the Forces' Sweetheart".
Born Vera Margaret Welch on on 20 March, 1917 in London, she began performing music as a young girl aged just seven.
Her family announced on Wednesday morning that she had died at the age of 103 surrounded by her family.
People from Edinburgh have been remembering Dame Vera throughout the day, posting messages on Twitter and Facebook about how her songs have moved them.
The governor of Edinburgh Castle, Alastair Bruce, said: "We will not meet her again. National icon of resistance in war & COVID, Dame Vera Lynn, died this morning at 103. The muse for The Queen’s COVID Address to the Nation gave hope to several generations particularly those fighting in war time far from home."
Keith Steele said: "I have to admit watching the news item about Vera Lynn I shed a tear, a truly inspirational woman"
Lisa Goldie posted earlier: "Her beautiful voice has carried the country through so much and it always moves me to tears. What an incredible legacy."
@jenezmy said: "Dame Vera Lynn’s physical presence isn’t around any more but her legacy - her imprint on the world - will never fade.
"That will be a huge source of comfort for her family and for World War II veterans, who will be mourning her departure the most.
"She will sleep very well."
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