National Army Museum

'Alfred Munnings: War Artist, 1918' exhibition

Exhibition

30 November 2018 - 3 March 2019

Alfred Munnings: War Artist, 1918

Sir Alfred Munnings was one of Britain's most celebrated equine artists. This exhibition features over 40 original paintings from his time with the Canadian Expeditionary Force during the First World War.

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Remembrance at the National Army Museum

Remembrance season, 1918-2018

Stories & Events

Connect, create and commemorate at the National Army Museum as the First World War centenary period draws to a close.

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Conference

17 November 2018

A Century of Remembrance

Join us for a conference on how the First World War has been remembered over the past 100 years. Hear from an international panel of experts and learn more about how and why we remember.

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Kids in Museums Takeover Day
Workshop

22 November 2018, 10.15am

FREE

Kids in Museums Takeover Day

Join us for storytelling, craft and rhyme-time inspired by animals of the First World War and devised by local primary school children.

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The First VC of the European War, 1914. Captain Francis Grenfell, 9th Lancers at Audregnies, 24 August 1914

Alliances

Video

The Germans

In this video, we look back on Britain's long and sometimes surprising relationship with Germany. This is the last in a series showing how changing national interests have affected military thinking over time.

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The Americans

In this video, we look at Britain's military relationship with the United States from the 18th century.

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The French

In this video, we look at Britain's military relationship with France from the 17th century.

‘The German offensive. British guns going forward’, 1918

First World War

Microsite

First World War in Focus

Discover the national and global impact of the First World War and hear the stories of men and women whose lives were affected by the conflict.

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Story

Second Lieutenant Noel Evans

A collection of letters and photographs reveals the story of 19-year-old Second Lieutenant Noel Evans and the tragic timing of his death on the morning the Armistice was signed.

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Peace and commemoration

After the Armistice in November 1918, millions of soldiers hoped to be home soon. But demobilisation was a huge task. How best to mark the victory and commemorate the fallen was also hotly debated.

Drill sergeant interactive in Soldier gallery

Fun for families

Families

Ten family favourites

Go on an adventure through our galleries to find fascinating objects, surprising stories and interactive fun. Make the most of your visit with this selection of family favourite experiences.

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Families

Play Base

Play Base is an immersive experience for children aged 8 or under, offering a variety of fun and engaging activities. Take on the assault course, climb aboard a truck or prepare scoff in the cookhouse.

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