FINALIST 2023
Gharma Siknu, Nepali for To Learn at Home, is the latest in our digital outreach activities and has been made especially for children.
We have produced a set of five animated films for children on Gurkha history. They can join our hosts Gaumaya and Brian as they go right back through the 200+ year history of the Gurkha soldier through both world wars and some of the other most interesting stories from Gurkha history.
The videos, which have been funded by the Army Museums Ogilby Trust, are around 3-5 minutes long and have been specially produced to engage younger audiences in the service and sacrifice of Gurkhas to this country.
The fifth episode in the series focuses on the story of Nepti the Tiger who was adopted by a group of soldiers whilst in Malaya during the 1950's.
OUR VISION / हाम्रो सपना
With your help, to secure the future of Gurkha heritage.
OUR MISSION / हाम्रो मिशन
The Gurkha Museum Trust is the charity dedicated to protecting, preserving, and promoting the remarkable story of the Gurkhas on behalf of the nation. In addition to commemorating the Gurkhas’ over 210 years, the Museum continues to curate and collect the contemporary Gurkha stories.
Your vote / तपाईंको भोट
Casting your vote is a powerful way to express your gratitude to the Gurkhas for their unwavering 210 years of dedicated service and sacrifice to our nation and its people.
By voting, you will play a crucial role in preserving the rich heritage of the Gurkha community by spreading awareness and amplifying our fundraising efforts.
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The charity (UK registered 1169920)
The Gurkha Museum Trust is a small heritage charity dedicated to honouring and celebrating the rich heritage and culture of the Gurkha soldier. As the only museum in the UK focused on preserving, protecting, and promoting over 210 years of dedicated Gurkha service and sacrifice to Britain, we play a vital role in this educational narrative.
Our museum's layout guides visitors through a chronological exploration of Gurkha history, starting from the pivotal year of 1815 when Gurkhas were first enlisted to serve Britain. Spanning two floors, you will uncover the unique qualities that set Gurkha soldiers apart—their vibrant Nepalese culture (kaida), their homeland, the rigorous recruitment process they undergo, their iconic uniforms, their traditional weapons (including the khukri/kukri), and their numerous battle honours.
Through our extensive collections and archives, The Gurkha Museum illustrates a remarkable 210-year relationship between Nepal and Britain, a bond that remains strong today as the annual recruitment of Gurkhas from Nepal continues to be essential for the British Armed Forces.
To discover more about the future of Gurkha heritage visit The Gurkha Museum in Winchester or our website (www.TheGurkhaMuseum.co.uk/Future).
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