Peggie Cannam, who lived in Norwich for many years, marked the special occasion with a joyful celebration at Ford Place care home in Thetford, surrounded by friends, family and staff.

A large birthday cake, live music featuring wartime classics and a birthday card from the King and Queen were all part of the day’s festivities.

Peggie Cannam, aged about 19, in her Land Girl uniform (Image: Supplied) Born on March 31, 1925, in Gloucestershire, Peggie joined the Women’s Land Army during the Second World War, trading the comforts of home for long days of physical labour in the fields.

Reflecting on her time in the Land Army, Peggie wrote: “A long time ago, the wartime advert said, ‘For a healthy, happy life, join the Women’s Land Army.’ So, seduced by its attractiveness, I did.”

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