We'd like to hear from you. We're currently running a survey to understand how IWM can improve access to its collections and research services. Complete the survey Since its foundation in 1917 IWM has ...

This display houses the world’s largest collection of Victoria Crosses, alongside a significant collection of George Crosses. Discover over 250 stories of people who faced adversity and performed acts ...

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The Research Room is open five days a week. On Tuesdays to Fridays, we have 15 spaces for individual researchers to view up to 10 items each per day. Mondays are reserved for appointments to view ...

When the First World War broke out in 1914, Germany had a massive problem. The alliance between France and Russia left them totally surrounded, with only Austria Hungary on their side. Outnumbered, ...

Fuel your senses with fast flying, all action aerobatics in the air above and a jam-packed programme of entertainment on the ground below at the family-friendly Duxford Summer Air Show. Step back into ...

Tickets are now on sale for selected 2025 Flying Season events at IWM Duxford. From the First World War to the present day, explore our articles and videos on war and conflict, and its impact on ...

IWM London tells the story of conflict from 1914 to the present day. School groups can choose to take part in a variety of learning sessions, aimed at KS2-4 and led by one of our expert educators.

We are aware of some problems currently affecting the War Memorials Register, and working to fix them as soon as possible. For updates please take a look at War Memorials Register development.

The English Electric Lightning is a twin-engine, sweep-wing, single-seat, supersonic fighter. Developed to bring the RAF into the supersonic age, the aircraft was able to fly at twice the speed of ...

The IWM 14-18 NOW Legacy Fund is a national partnership programme of over 20 artist commissions inspired by the heritage of conflict. Through the Fund, a total of £2.5 million is being made available ...

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