Victory V facts for kids
A packet and a roll of lozenges
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| Type | Lozenge |
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| Place of origin | United Kingdom |
| Region or state | Nelson, Lancashire |
| Created by | Thomas Fryer & Edward Smith |
| Invented | 1864 |
Victory V is a famous British brand of liquorice-flavored lozenges. These small, firm sweets are known for their strong, unique taste. People often use them to soothe a sore throat or cough.
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What are Victory V Lozenges?
Victory V lozenges are a type of sweet designed to help with coughs and sore throats. They have a distinct flavor, mainly from liquorice. Many people enjoy them for their strong taste, even when they don't have a cough.
The Story of Victory V
Victory V lozenges have a long and interesting history. They were first created over 150 years ago!
How They Were Made Long Ago
The lozenges were invented in 1864 by Thomas Fryer and Edward Smith MD. They started making them in a town called Nelson, Lancashire in England. Each lozenge was carefully made by hand. This was to make sure they had the right amount of special ingredients. These ingredients were meant to help people feel better when they had a cough. Over time, the recipe changed, and those original special ingredients are no longer used.
A Film About the Factory
In 1959, a movie was even made about the Victory V factory! It was called The Story of Victory-V. The film showed how these popular lozenges and other products were made at the factory in Nelson.
Victory V Today
Even though they are very old, Victory V lozenges are still enjoyed by many people today.
Where Are They Made Now?
Today, Victory V lozenges are made by a company called Ernest Jackson & Co. Ltd. Their factory is in Crediton, a town in Devon, England. You can often find these lozenges in special shops or buy them online. They still have their unique scent and flavor, even without the original ingredients.
