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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

Course

1 Nov 2025 – 2 Nov 2025 £100.00

Embroidery Course: Poppies

Elevate your embroidery skills on this two-day course inspired by the Museum’s collection and led by experts from Hand & Lock, London’s premier embroidery house.

Alex Bescoby and Levison Wood in Assam, India

Screening

6 Nov 2025 £20.00

The Last Burma Star

Join us for the world premiere of Sky HISTORY’s brand new documentary, The Last Burma Star, followed by a panel discussion with the film’s makers.

A selection of masks created as part of the Behind the Mask project

Talk

7 Nov 2025

Behind the Mask: Healing, Mental Health and Art

Hear from Dr Tony Woods as he highlights the impact of art-based projects that focus on healing and self-discovery for military veterans.

Gear up for a mission of discovery

This autumn, explore the Army’s story across four exciting floors, with soft-play fun at Play Base for younger recruits.

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On This Day: 1945

Story

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.

Story

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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