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Gurkha Curry Lunch – July 2025

Gurkha Curry Lunch – July 2025

£33.00

🎖️Gurkha VC: Tulbahadur Pun was born in 1923

🎖️Gurkha VC: Tulbahadur Pun was born in 1923 and joined the 6th Gurkha Rifles (6 GR) in 1941. He was later posted to join the 3rd Battalion (3/6 GR), which participated in the Long-Range Penetration Group, known as the Chindits, in Burma. This group was part of the 77th Infantry Brigade, led by Brigadier Mike Calvert, with the goal of capturing the city of Mogaung.

The rest of his section were wipe except for Tulbahdur. During intense fighting, Tulbahadur Pun took control of the Bren Gun and advanced on his own, firing it from the hip. He killed three Japanese soldiers and captured two light machine guns, along with ammunition. After his service in Burma, he joined the 2nd Battalion 6th Gurkha Rifles (2/6 GR) and served in Malaya and Hong Kong, where he inspired younger soldiers. He retired to Nepal in 1959 with the rank of Honorary Lieutenant.

His #VictoriaCross is on display at the Gurkha Museum. It is next to the VC of Lieutenant Michael Allmand, who received his award for the same attack on the Mogaung railway bridge. Have you been to the Gurkha Museum and seen their #VC?

Why not come along to museum in #winchester and learn more about Gurkha history!

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Join us at the grand McDonald Gallery to dive into

Join us at the grand McDonald Gallery to dive into the rich and vibrant flavors of Nepal without leaving #Winchester for our unforgettable #Gurkha Curry Lunch featuring delicious Kukhura ko masu (chicken curry) and bungur ko maasu (pork curry) that will tantalize your taste buds! 😋

Don't let this delicious experience to dine with unique picture, silver and medal collection—secure your spot now and head over to the link in our bio!

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Curator's Corner 🏛️: On 31 October 1915, Gurk

Curator's Corner 🏛️: On 31 October 1915, Gurkha soldier Dale Rana decorated this spent shell casing with images of trees, flowers, and his regimental insignia, along with his name and the date.

Creating art in the trench was a common pastime for soldiers during the First World War, as they often had long hours to fill in the trenches. They made ornaments from items found nearby, with shell casings being particularly plentiful. While Dale's background isn't well-documented, this piece reflects not only how the soldiers coped with the monotony of the trenches but also serves as a tangible connection to an individual from the past.

Are you a #GurkhaGeek? 🤓 Check out our website for more fascinating facts and stories about the Gurkhas! Or sign up for our FREE newsletter in the link in our bio📬

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🎂 Happy 100th Birthday to Lieutenant Colonel Jo

🎂 Happy 100th Birthday to Lieutenant Colonel John Philip Cross OBE 🎁

Celebrate by joining us for an exclusive #onlinelecture by Lt Col JP Cross as he shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign and end of #WWII ! The event will be streamed tonight at 1900 BST and Saturday 21 June at 1415 hrs BST / 1900 hrs NPT.

Connect with history through the eyes of a Second World War Gurkha veteran and find out more in the link in our bio!

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On 8 May 1945, Nazi Germany surrendered. Although

On 8 May 1945, Nazi Germany surrendered. Although the fighting had ended, Europe was left in a state of chaos, and the demands on Allied soldiers remained significant.

Our 'Path to Victory' series celebrates the remarkable contributions of the Gurkhas during World War II. Each month, we share compelling articles that honour the anniversaries of key battles involving these brave soldiers, leading up to the historic milestones of Victory in Europe (VE) Day and Victory over Japan (VJ) Day. Join us in remembering their bravery and sacrifice and read latest instalment in the link in our bio!

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Don’t miss the chance to hear from a 100-year-ol

Don’t miss the chance to hear from a 100-year-old Gurkha veteran officer! Lieutenant Colonel (Lt Col) John Philip Cross (JPX) OBE shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign and reflections on the end of the Second World War.

Join us for this exclusive online lecture on Lt Col Cross's 100th birthday! The event will be streamed on Friday, June 20, at 19:00 BST and Saturday, June 21, at 14:15 BST / 19:00 NPT.

Click the link in out bio to connect with history through the eyes of a Second World War Gurkha veteran

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