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Daren Bowyer

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Doug Henderson

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Kimberley Matthews

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Emma Boryer

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Meghbahadur Rai

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Hombahadur Pun

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Mekhbahadur Rana

Museum Assistant

Richard Croydon

Receptionist

Victoria Anastasi

Fundraising Coordinator

Joseph Harris

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Anusha Adhikari

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Jill Bowyer

Community Engagement and Partnerships Officer

Lorna Hunter

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Gordon Whelan

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On the 11 July 1944, at 2130 hrs on this day, Jema

On the 11 July 1944, at 2130 hrs on this day, Jemadar Gagan Sing Rana led his platoon from D Coy 1st Battalion, 2nd Gurkha Rifles to deal with a troublesome German spandau position near Piantrano in Italy.

One and a half hours later he returned with his platoon, two of whom were wounded, and a petrified German prisoner, having killed twelve of the Germans occupying the position and putting the remainder to flight.

To learn more about Gurkhas and their bravery, join us here at The Gurkha Museum in #winchester
#GurkhaHistory #BritishArmy #WWIIFacts #GurkhaHeritage #WWII

#FundraisingFriday 🌟Meet 8-year-old Jack, who i

#FundraisingFriday 🌟Meet 8-year-old Jack, who is on a heartfelt mission to raise funds for The Gurkha Museum! 🚴‍♂️ Jack will be undertaking a 7-mile bike ride to symbolise the 7 Gurkha cap badges. He’ll also be hitting 210 golf balls to honour 210 years of rich Gurkha history and passing 80 rugby balls 🏉 to commemorate 80 years since #VJDay. We are genuinely delighted to see a young person so enthusiastic about supporting our small military museum.

Let’s come together to support and cheer for this inspiring young fundraiser 👉 Support Jack in the link in our bio

#GurkhaMuseum #SupportLocal #CharityChallenge #Inspiration #GurkhaHeritage #CommunitySpirit #FundraisingForAGoodCause #MakeADifference

Do you love curry? 🤔🍛 We can't get enough o

Do you love curry? 🤔🍛

We can't get enough of curry and love sharing it with everyone! From soldiers to schoolchildren, we enjoy providing curry for all. Why not have a curry with us this July? Join us in the grand McDonald Gallery to dive into the rich and vibrant flavors of Nepal without leaving #Winchester. ✨

Don't miss out on this delicious experience and secure your spot today by going to the link in our bio. 🍽️🥳

#GurkhaCurryLunch #NepaliCuisine #Hampshire #CurryLovers #Foodie #CulinaryExperience #TasteOfNepal #CurryTime #WinchesterEats #SupportLocal #GurkhaHeritage #FoodFestival #CurryNight

🎖️ Gurkha VC: Frank Blaker was born in Punjab

🎖️ Gurkha VC: Frank Blaker was born in Punjab, India, the son of Captain Blaker, who served as a surgeon in the Royal Army Medical Corps during World War I in Mesopotamia. He was commissioned into the Highland Light Infantry at the age of 21 in 1941 and later joined the 3rd Battalion of the 9th Gurkha Rifles in the Arakan region of Burma by May 1942.

Blaker rose to command ‘C’ Company of the battalion and, in July 1943, led them in a fierce engagement, successfully killing sixteen enemy soldiers and capturing three prisoners.

By July 1944, the war had shifted dramatically, with Japanese forces retreating. On July 5th, while marching under Hill 2171, the 3/9GR encountered a group of Japanese soldiers. Blaker led the charge and sustained a grenade wound, reaching within seven yards of a machine gun post before being cut down by a sustained burst of fire. Despite the injury, his men pressed on and ultimately took the machine gun position heartened by Blaker’s bravery and continued cheers to them. They weakened the resistance on Hill 2171 and allowing two companies to capture the area.

Captain Sweetman found Blaker with bullet wounds in his stomach, chest, and shoulder, but he remained conscious and recommended two other soldiers for gallantry. His last words were, "Thank 'C' Company for all they have done for me. Tell them that I have gone from them, but they must go on fighting to the end." Temporary Major Frank Blaker was recommended for a posthumous Victoria Cross and was buried at Taukkyan Military Cemetery on the outskirts of Rangoon, Burma

To learn more about Gurkhas and their bravery, join us here at The Gurkha Museum in #winchester
#GurkhaHistory #BritishArmy #WWIIFacts #GurkhaHeritage #WWII

🌞 Discover, Build and Create with The Gurkha Mu

🌞 Discover, Build and Create with The Gurkha Museum Trust this summer holiday! Visit The Gurkha Museum for our fun #familyactivity days on 5 and 27 August.

🔍 Discover the Gurkhas' role in the final months of the #SecondWorldWar and #VJday.
🧱 Build, code, and tackle a challenge with Lego!
📦 Create a Red Cross parcel based on those received by prisoners of war in 1945.

Join us from 1000 hrs to 1500 hrs on the 5 and 27 August. Free admission for children when accompanied by an adult!

#LegoChallenge #SummerActivities #Winchester #lego

🌟 #FundraisingFriday: Today, we want to take a

🌟 #FundraisingFriday: Today, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt appreciation to those who dedicate their efforts to raise funds and support our small military museum. 🙏

Dhanyabad to members of the AGC currently serving in the British Forces Brunei (SPS, GSPS, RMP, AWS, ETS) who ran 11 kilometers for three consecutive days, from 16 June to 18 June 2025, achieving a total distance of 33 kilometers individually.

Their incredible challenge aims to raise funds for the Gurkha Museum, and they are still seeking support. Let's rally together to cheer them on! Join the effort in the link in our bio!

#FundraisingForHeritage #SupportGurkhas #Gurkhas #GurkhaPride 🥇

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