National Army Museum - VJ75: Never Forgotten. Online events until Sunday.

 

VJ75: Never Forgotten Until 16 August FREE 15 August is the 75th anniversary of VJ (Victory over Japan) Day. The National Museum of the Royal Navy, the National Army Museum, the Royal Air Force Museum and the Commonwealth War Graves Commission have joined forces to mark this occasion with an online series of talks, tours and debates. Don't miss two joint events featuring historians from the four military heritage organisations; Saturday's debate looks at myth and memory around VJ Day while Sunday's discussion focuses on the campaign's cultural legacy. Plus, we host talks with Professor Tarak Barkawi; General Lord Richards; Julie Summers and Geoff Gill. FIND OUT MORE

Event highlights

Levison Wood: My Grandfather's War 14 August, 7.00pm FREE Don't miss the online premiere of this short film featuring author and explorer Levison Wood. Follow his emotional journey as he discovers the story of his grandfather's wartime service in Burma through archive material. FIND OUT MORE Soldiers' Stories: Veterans in Conversation 15 August, 4.00pm FREE Two celebrated Second World War veterans of the Burma campaign, Captain Sir Tom Moore and Private Joseph Hammond will be in conversation with Dr Peter Johnston in this free online event. FIND OUT MORE

Coming soon

The Chelsea History Festival returns 17 - 27 September 2020 In Chelsea and in your home This year’s Chelsea History Festival will bring the past to life through a series of talks, tours and events, on a virtual and physical stage. From military to art history, natural to social history, immerse yourself in over 50 varied events and discover the relevance of history today. Headline speakers will include Philippe Sands, Hallie Rubenhold, Olivette Otele and Michael Morpurgo. The Chelsea History Festival was created in partnership with the National Army Museum, The Royal Hospital Chelsea and Chelsea Physic Garden. Sponsored by Cadogan. FIND OUT MORE