Archiwum zagraniczne East News 2024-08
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Pictured: Assistant Curator Doug Henderson admires an original 105mm Shell case featuring Queen's Gurkha signal inscriptions.
These pieces were selected to be a part of a 50th anniversary exhibition celebrating the history and evolution of the Gurkha’s military prowess held at the Gurkha Museum, Winchester, Hants. Museum Directorr, Dr Daren Bowyer said, “The Gurkhas are a unique fighting force and have served this country for over two-hundred years.”
“With collections of national significance, we are delighted to be celebrating our 50th birthday.The exhibition showcases not only our own development but also how the Brigade of Gurkhas has changed over a remarkable half century.”
The exhibition is open to the public until 29th August 2024.
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