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The Gurkha Museum Trust

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We are a registered charity who, on behalf of the nation, preserve, protect and promote Gurkha soldiers heritage, history, and their ethos.

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Commemorate VE Day with our latest 'Path to Victory' on Germany's surrender in 1945. Read more: thegurkhamuseum.co.uk/blog/path-to-v… #GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories #VE #VEDAY #MilitaryHistory

Commemorate VE Day with our latest 'Path to Victory' on Germany's surrender in 1945. 

Read more: thegurkhamuseum.co.uk/blog/path-to-v… 

#GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories #VE #VEDAY #MilitaryHistory
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Join us at The Gurkha Museum in #winchester this May half-term for a taste of Nepali flavours! Learn about traditional spices and decorate your own spice jar. Free admission for kids under 16 with an adult ticket. Find out more: ow.ly/h06N50VOtFk #VisitWinchester

Join us at The Gurkha Museum in #winchester this May half-term for a taste of Nepali flavours! Learn about traditional spices and decorate your own spice jar. Free admission for kids under 16 with an adult ticket. 

Find out more: ow.ly/h06N50VOtFk 
#VisitWinchester
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As we commemorate 80th anniversary of VE Day in May 2025, let's remember the Gurkha soldiers like Honorary Lieutenant Kalu Sing Chhetri, who faced hardships as Japanese Prisoners of War. Reflect with us: ow.ly/ZZLG50VP1P8 #VEDay2025 #GurkhaSoldiers #WWIIMemorial

As we commemorate  80th anniversary of VE Day in May 2025, let's remember the Gurkha soldiers like Honorary Lieutenant Kalu Sing Chhetri, who faced hardships as Japanese Prisoners of War. Reflect with us: ow.ly/ZZLG50VP1P8

 #VEDay2025 #GurkhaSoldiers  #WWIIMemorial
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#OTD 80 years ago, Rifleman Lachhiman Gurung showed unmatched courage against 200 attackers. He earned the #VictoriaCross 🎖️. Visit the Gurkha Museum in #winchester! ow.ly/XsZJ50VQUZy #GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories

#OTD 80 years ago, Rifleman Lachhiman Gurung showed unmatched courage against 200 attackers. He earned the #VictoriaCross 🎖️. Visit the Gurkha Museum in #winchester! 

ow.ly/XsZJ50VQUZy 

#GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories
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Join us at The Gurkha Museum for exciting events for all ages! From lunching on curry to creative crafts and exploring Gurkha history, there's something for everyone. Curious about our events? Find out more here: ow.ly/6hXx50VRFPb #ExploreWinchester #Gurkhas

Join us at The Gurkha Museum for exciting events for all ages! From lunching on curry to creative crafts and exploring Gurkha history, there's something for everyone.

 Curious about our events? Find out more here: ow.ly/6hXx50VRFPb

#ExploreWinchester #Gurkhas
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Huge thanks to LCpl Aashish Gurung and Pte Dipen Ghalan for raising £567 for Project Kaida! 🏃‍♂️💪 Learn how to support #GurkhaHeritage: ow.ly/R7W150VSpmP #FundraisingForHeritage #SupportGurkhas #GurkhaMuseum #GurkhaPride

Huge thanks to LCpl Aashish Gurung and Pte Dipen Ghalan for raising £567 for Project Kaida! 🏃‍♂️💪 

Learn how to support #GurkhaHeritage: ow.ly/R7W150VSpmP 

#FundraisingForHeritage #SupportGurkhas #GurkhaMuseum #GurkhaPride
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#OTD in 1943, Gaje Ghale led Gurkhas in a fierce assault in the Chin Hills, inspiring victory with his rallying cry “Ayo Gurkhali.” He earned the #VictoriaCross in 1944 and later served in the UN Force in the Congo. #GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories

#OTD in 1943, Gaje Ghale led Gurkhas in a fierce assault in the Chin Hills, inspiring victory with his rallying cry “Ayo Gurkhali.” He earned the #VictoriaCross in 1944 and later served in the UN Force in the Congo.

#GurkhaHistory #WWIIFacts #GurkhaStories
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Join us for this exclusive #onlinelecture on Lt Col JP Cross's 100th birthday as he shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign & reflections on the end of the Second World War. Connect with history through the eyes of a #WWII #Gurkha #veteran: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM

Join us for this exclusive #onlinelecture on Lt Col JP Cross's 100th birthday as he shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign & reflections on the end of the Second World War.

Connect with history through the eyes of a #WWII #Gurkha #veteran: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM
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The unbreakable bond between Captain Michael Allmand and Rifleman Tulbahadur Pun, heroes of the Chindit missions. Their legacies live on at The Gurkha Museum Trust. Find out more below: #GurkhaHistory #BritishArmy #WWIIFacts #GurkhaHeritage #WWIIMemories #VictoriaCross

The unbreakable bond between Captain Michael Allmand and Rifleman Tulbahadur Pun, heroes of the Chindit missions. Their legacies live on at The Gurkha Museum Trust. Find out more below:

 #GurkhaHistory #BritishArmy #WWIIFacts #GurkhaHeritage #WWIIMemories #VictoriaCross
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🌟 Food lovers! Ready for a culinary adventure? 🍛 This June, savour Nepal's flavors in #Winchester at McDonald Gallery for our #Gurkha Curry Lunch! 😋 Secure your spot: thegurkhamuseum.co.uk/event/gurkha-c… What is your favourite curry? #GurkhaCurryLunch #NepaliCuisine #Hampshire

🌟 Food lovers! Ready for a culinary adventure? 🍛 This June, savour Nepal's flavors in #Winchester at McDonald Gallery for our #Gurkha Curry Lunch! 😋 

Secure your spot: thegurkhamuseum.co.uk/event/gurkha-c…

What is your favourite curry? 

#GurkhaCurryLunch #NepaliCuisine #Hampshire
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On 12 June 1944, under heavy fire from Japanese troops, the wounded Ganju Lama crawled forward and destroyed two tanks with a PIAT launcher. He engaged the Japanese troops with grenades, killing and wounding both tank crews. For these actions, he was awarded the #VictoriaCross.

On 12 June 1944, under heavy fire from Japanese troops, the wounded Ganju Lama crawled forward and destroyed two tanks with a PIAT launcher. He engaged the Japanese troops with grenades, killing and wounding both tank crews. For these actions, he was awarded the #VictoriaCross.
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Join us to commemorate Gurkha contributions in 1945 at The Gurkha Museum's Summer Exhibition! Explore original documents, artifacts, and stories from 1-30 August, 1000-1600 hrs. Celebrate 80 years of bravery and heritage! #GurkhaMuseum #Victory1945

Join us to commemorate Gurkha contributions in 1945 at The Gurkha Museum's Summer Exhibition! 

Explore original documents, artifacts, and stories from 1-30 August, 1000-1600 hrs. Celebrate 80 years of bravery and heritage! #GurkhaMuseum #Victory1945
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Join us for this exclusive #onlinelecture on Lt Col JP Cross's 100th birthday as he shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign & reflections on the end of the Second World War. Connect with history through the eyes of a #WWII #Gurkha #veteran: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM

Join us for this exclusive #onlinelecture on Lt Col JP Cross's 100th birthday as he shares his firsthand account of the Burma Campaign & reflections on the end of the Second World War.

Connect with history through the eyes of a #WWII #Gurkha #veteran: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM
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On 8 May 1945, Nazi Germany surrendered, ending the fighting but leaving Europe in chaos. Our 'Path to Victory' series highlights the #Gurkhas contributions during #SecondWorldWar, featuring monthly articles. Read the latest instalment : ow.ly/yc2350Wc76m #WW2History

On 8 May 1945, Nazi Germany surrendered, ending the fighting but leaving Europe in chaos. Our 'Path to Victory' series highlights the #Gurkhas contributions during #SecondWorldWar, featuring monthly articles.  Read the latest instalment : ow.ly/yc2350Wc76m 

 #WW2History
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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 Connect with history through his eyes: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM

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

Connect with history through his eyes: ow.ly/tTxe50W6TZM
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What is your favourite curry? 🌟 Food lovers! Ready for a culinary adventure? 🍛 This June, savour Nepal's flavors in #Winchester at McDonald Gallery for our #Gurkha Curry Lunch! 😋 Secure your spot: ow.ly/29A150WcQVs #GurkhaCurryLunch #NepaliCuisine #Hampshire

What is your favourite curry? 🌟 Food lovers! Ready for a culinary adventure? 🍛 This June, savour Nepal's flavors in #Winchester at McDonald Gallery for our #Gurkha Curry Lunch! 😋 

Secure your spot: ow.ly/29A150WcQVs

#GurkhaCurryLunch #NepaliCuisine #Hampshire
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🎖️Gurkha VC: Tulbahadur Pun, born 1923, joined the 6th Gurkha Rifles in 1941. He single-handedly took out 3 Japanese soldiers in Burma. His #VictoriaCross is at the Gurkha Museum.

🎖️Gurkha VC: Tulbahadur Pun, born 1923, joined the 6th Gurkha Rifles in 1941. He single-handedly took out 3 Japanese soldiers in Burma. His #VictoriaCross is at the Gurkha Museum.
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Join us to commemorate Gurkha contributions in 1945 at The Gurkha Museum's Summer Exhibition! Explore original documents, artifacts, and stories from 1-30 August, 1000-1600 hrs. Celebrate 80 years of bravery and heritage! #GurkhaMuseum #Victory1945

Join us to commemorate Gurkha contributions in 1945 at The Gurkha Museum's Summer Exhibition! 

Explore original documents, artifacts, and stories from 1-30 August, 1000-1600 hrs. Celebrate 80 years of bravery and heritage! #GurkhaMuseum #Victory1945
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🎖️ #Gurkha #VictoriaCross – Agansing Rai. In June 1944 , his company was ordered to retake two positions from the Japanese in Burma. Agansing Rai led three charges through the hail of enemy fire, taking each position and killing ten enemy soldiers in the process.

🎖️ #Gurkha #VictoriaCross – Agansing Rai. 

In June 1944 , his company was ordered to retake two positions from the Japanese in Burma. Agansing Rai led three charges through the hail of enemy fire, taking each position and killing ten enemy soldiers in the process.
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In summer 1899, Gurkha Harkabir Thapa ran to the summit and back of Glamaig hill in 1h 15m! Celebrate his legacy with our whiskey, Harkbir 1899 available for purchase in our shop! #Gurkha #History #Adventure #Whiskey

In summer 1899, Gurkha Harkabir Thapa ran to the summit and back of Glamaig hill in 1h 15m! Celebrate his legacy with our whiskey, Harkbir 1899 available for purchase in our shop! #Gurkha #History #Adventure #Whiskey