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Calling all LEGO fans… This May half term, disc

Calling all LEGO fans…

This May half term, discover the vital role Gurkhas play in disaster relief efforts and embark on a family mission at our interactive LEGO workshop.

Families are invited to engineer a LEGO model vehicle from the ground up. Once constructed, your creation will be pivotal in navigating a course filled with objectives to help provide aid to civilians in Nepal following an Earthquake. Do you have what it takes to become a Gurkha solider?

Sessions last approximately one hour and must be booked in advance.

https://thegurkhamuseum.co.uk/event/lego-workshop/

On this day 108 years ago the British garrison at

On this day 108 years ago the British garrison at Kut al Amara surrendered to Turkish forces.

Between 5 December 1915 – 29 April 1916, the 6th (Poona) Division, which included the 2nd 7th Battalion Gurkha Rifles, were besieged in Kut. They endured months of heavy shellfire, hunger and disease. Despite this they held on to the town, only surrendering when they finally ran out of rations. Over 13,000 British and Indian soldiers were marched into captivity after the siege. Tragically, 4000 of them later died in Turkish prisoner-of-war camps.’

Although it was arguably one of Britain’s worst defeats in the Middle Eastern theatre of the First World War, the Siege of Kut is often forgotten. Next month we will be releasing an online exhibition on the siege which will be free to view and will tell stories of courage and captivity.

Have you read The Jungle War yet? Set in the dept

Have you read The Jungle War yet?

Set in the depths of the Burmese jungles during the Second World War, follow two young men in their fight for survival.

You are invited to meet author Hannah Watson to hear of her inspiration behind the novel whilst enjoying an authentic Nepali curry. Book now for the 9th May on our website. (Link in bio)

Thank you to the soldiers from 13 Air Assault Supp

Thank you to the soldiers from 13 Air Assault Support Regiment RLC who recently took on a doko challenge to raise vital funds for Gurkha heritage.

The definitive charity for Gurkha heritage, The Gurkha Museum Trust aims to preserve, promote and protect the 200+ year history of the Gurkha soldier. Our continuing work would not be possible without the impressive fundraising efforts such as this one. If you would like to learn about how you can support the trust, head to the fundraising page on our website. (Linked in our bio)

There are roughly 20,000 applicants for the Brigad

There are roughly 20,000 applicants for the Brigade of Gurkhas every year. Only about 1% are successful.

We spoke to Krish about his recruitment, what it means to be a Gurkha and the importance of Gurkha heritage. Listen to the full interview linked in our bio.

Wishing all our followers a happy and prosperous 2

Wishing all our followers a happy and prosperous 2081! Celebrate the Nepali new year with us in style by booking in for one of our upcoming events here at The Museum in Winchester. (Linked in our bio)

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