Our Stories

Since the time our story started in 1794, we have been witness to many interesting characters and intriguing events, while at the same time playing a key role in many pivotal moments in British military history. In this section of the website we share the fascinating stories of just a small selection of these people and events. These stories are also available to see on the touchscreens in our museum. If you have a story that you think we should add, please get in touch with our curator.



The Wharton Medals
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Villers-Bocage
1944 battle in Normandy: Sharpshooters versus German Tiger tanks
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Waterwitch
Gallipoli 1915 troop ferry, and now a luxury yacht
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Who Are We
The essence of the yeoman
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The Escapee
Story of Keith Rae, captured at St Valery in 1940, escaped, and made it home via Casablanca.
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