Green Howards Regimental Museum facts for kids
The museum is in the centre of Richmond's market place
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| Established | 1922 |
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| Location | Trinity Church Square, Richmond, North Yorkshire |
| Type | Military |
The Green Howards Museum is a special place that tells the story of the Green Howards, a famous British Army regiment. You can find it inside the old Trinity Church, right in the middle of Richmond's market place in North Yorkshire, England. The Green Howards joined with two other Yorkshire regiments, the Prince of Wales's Own Regiment of Yorkshire and the Duke of Wellington's Regiment, to form The Yorkshire Regiment on June 6, 2006.
A Look Back: The Museum's Story
The museum first opened its doors in 1922 at Richmond Barracks. Later, in 1973, it moved to its current home in the market place. Inside, you'll discover amazing items that show over 300 years of the regiment's history.
Brave Heroes: The Medal Collection
The museum has an incredible collection of 3,750 medals! These awards were given to members of the regiment for their bravery. Among them are 16 Victoria Crosses (VC) and three George Crosses. The Victoria Cross is the highest award for bravery in the British armed forces.
Victoria Cross Stories
The museum proudly displays the Victoria Cross awarded to Lieutenant Colonel Oliver Cyril Spencer Watson. He was the commander of the 2nd/5th King's Own Yorkshire Light Infantry. He earned his VC for amazing courage on March 28, 1918, at Rossignol Wood in France. He bravely led attacks and organized his men under heavy fire. Sadly, he was killed while helping his soldiers retreat safely.
You can also see the medals of Private Henry Tandey. He was a Green Howard before joining the 5th Battalion of The Duke of Wellington's Regiment. Tandey received his Victoria Cross for his bravery during a counter-attack near Marcoing, France, on September 28, 1918. His story was even printed in the London Gazette! He also earned the Distinguished Conduct Medal (DCM) and the Military Medal (MM) for his actions in other battles.
