Beside every great Gurkha....

The story of the Gurkhas in Brunei is not only one of military service, it is also the story of the wives and children who stood beside them.

Generations of Gurkha families have travelled thousands of miles to make Brunei their home. They built lives within a remarkable community, embraced a new country and culture, and supported loved ones through demanding training, exercises and operational deployments. Along the way, lifelong friendships were forged, children grew up together, and memories were created that continue to unite families across the world.

As part of Borneo 60, The Gurkha Museum Trust is inviting Gurkha wives, families and former residents of Brunei to help preserve this unique chapter of history by sharing their stories, photographs and memories.

Whether your memories are of arriving in Brunei for the first time, raising a family overseas, celebrating regimental occasions, exploring the rainforest, or simply the friendships that made Brunei feel like home, we would love to hear your story.

This is an opportunity to give the wives and families the place they deserve within Gurkha history.

Your memories and photographs will help preserve a unique way of life and ensure that future generations understand not only the service of the Gurkhas, but also the extraordinary women who stood beside them.

Please email Emma or Tor at Admin@TheGurkhaMuseum.co.uk with any queries and/or your memories.

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