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Unseen Enemy

19th July 2013

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Britain's Greatest Battles

Opens 13 February 2013

400 years of British Army history, from the English Civil War to the current conflicts.

The exhibitions includes original objects will be on display which tell the stories behind the battles. Real-life accounts of the experiences of some of the soldiers who fought in these battles

Army Medicine: From Leeches to Lasers

13 October 2012, 10.30am - 5.30pm

Looking at the fascinating history and changes of army medicine. This event takes a quick look through medical historical medicine, from the battlefields of the English Civil War to the carnage of the Western Front. Speakers include Mick Crumplin, Pete Starling, Dr Eric Gruber and more.

Big Blitz Jive
Dance Night

22 September 2012 - 7.30pm

The Museum's alive with Big Blitz Jive! An electric evening of fun '40s dance, glamour and Big Band sounds.

Tickets - Standard: £15.00, Conc. £12.50 Book via the museum

Jubilee Weekend

Date : 2nd June 2012 - 3rd June 2012

Special activities will held over the Queen's Diamond Jubilee weekend. Such as:  10 minute introductions to the kings and queens mentioned in the army museum collection.

Hands on - exploring items from the collection such as uniforms and weapons.

Kids to make their own Crown or medal.

The museum will be decorated in bunting for this special royal weekend.

Fighting Fit Father's Day Event

Date: 16th June 2012 - 17th June 2012

A weekend of special events to demonstrate how the British army keeps itself fit and how its study into sports and sports medicine has helped sportsmen and women in general.

The events taking place are:

• Shooting on a 1940s-style rifle training range
• 1940s-style assault course
• Rock wall climbing
• 19th-century swordplay
• PT Corps gymnastic display