• 10.00am - 5.30pm
  • FREE
  • Chelsea, London
  • 10.00am - 5.30pm
  • FREE
  • Chelsea, London

West Indian Soldier: Private Tour

Soldiers of the British West Indies Regiment, c1916

Join David Wells, Director of Research and Heritage at the West India Committee and co-curator of the West Indian Soldier exhibition.

Discover the shared military heritage between the UK and the Caribbean in this special exhibition exploring the role of West Indian soldiers in the British Army.

David Wells has worked for the West India Committee for several years, contributing to several book and e-books on the Caribbean’s relations with Britain on topics covering the First World War, the Thames River Police and the history of the Cayman Islands. 

His latest book, 'The West Indian Soldier', will be released shortly.

This is a private tour for Members and Patrons only. To reserve a place, email membership@nam.ac.uk. Early booking is advised due to limited size of group.

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"First time @NAM_London today. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thought the presentation & interpretation made the subject accessible..."