At its peak it had around 600 Manxmen but now fewer than 20 still live in the Island.
However, that hasn’t prevented members of the former Manx Regiment from reminiscing about their heroics.
Old Comrades were reunited at the Manx Aviation and Military Museum, something director Ivor Ramsden says should always be remembered.
Douglas Tesco store evacuated due to 'maintenance issue'
Emergency services confirm they are not responding to an incident
Douglas Council to hold a Victory over Japan memorial service
It will honour the 'immense bravery' of the people who served in the conflict
Work to drain Clypse Reservoir well underway
Underwater valve found to be defective during recent routine inspection
Laxey Flour could be removed from Tesco shelves
It's thought to be due to low sales