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Beyond Burma: Forgotten Armies

This new exhibition shines a light on the remarkable multinational army that fought in some of the toughest conditions of the Second World War.

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Coming soon at the National Army Museum

'AI, Automation and War' book cover
Book Launch
20 Nov 2025 £10.00

AI, Automation and War

To mark the release of his latest book, Professor Anthony King invites a panel of experts to discuss the future of AI and its implications for the British Army.

Detail from an Indian National Army propaganda leaflet, c1944
Talk
21 Nov 2025

The Indian National Army in Burma

Gautam Hazarika provides a fascinating insight into the role of the Indian National Army and its service alongside the Japanese during the Second World War.

Teaching a new recruit to the Assam Regiment to march, c1943
Talk
28 Nov 2025

The Assam Regiment in the Burma Campaign

Charlotte Carty tells the story of the Assam Regiment and its important contribution during the Burma campaign.

Lynx helicopter on display in the Atrium of the National Army Museum
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Open Tuesday to Sunday, the Museum and its exhibitions are free for everyone. Our galleries showcase the stories of soldiers from the Army's origins to the present day.
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On This Day: 1945

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On This Day: November 1945

In November 1945, British soldiers were still engaged in fierce fighting across parts of Asia. Meanwhile, the complex legacies of the Second World War came to the fore in two historic series of trials.

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On This Day: October 1945

In October 1945, British Army soldiers were on deployment all across the globe as the complex repercussions of the Second World War took centre stage.

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On This Day: September 1945

In September 1945, the Second World War officially came to an end. As a result, the British Army’s role at home and abroad was transformed.

Detail from a jacket worn by Captain John Malcolmson VC, c1860

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Enjoy a variety of fun and engaging activities at Play Base, our immersive soft-play experience for children aged 8 or under.

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