Royal Army Chaplains' Museum facts for kids
The Royal Army Chaplains' Museum is a special place in Shrivenham, England. It tells the amazing story of British Army chaplains. These are people who provide religious support to soldiers. The museum shows how chaplains have helped soldiers throughout history. It uses old documents and historical items to share their stories.
What You Can See at the Museum
The museum's collection focuses on the important work of Army Chaplains. You can learn about their roles during peacetime, in battles, and even when they were held captive. The museum has many records and stories about the Royal Army Chaplains' Department. This includes information about four chaplains who received the Victoria Cross. The Victoria Cross is the highest award for bravery in the British military.
There is also a charity connected to the museum. It is called The Museum Of The Royal Army Chaplains' Department. This charity was started in 1979. The museum also keeps records from groups like the Royal Army Temperance Association. This group helped soldiers avoid alcohol. It also has records about churches helping women in the armed forces.
History of the Museum
The museum used to be located in Bagshot Park, Surrey. That was until 2001. Then, it moved to a renovated stable building at Amport House in Hampshire. Amport House was once the main home for the Royal Army Chaplains' Department. It was also a training center for chaplains from all parts of the armed forces. The Ministry of Defence sold Amport House in 2020.
A brand new building was built for the museum. It is at the Defence Academy in Shrivenham, Oxfordshire. This new building is designed to save energy. It was opened on May 17, 2022. The opening ceremony was attended by the Countess of Wessex.
Other Museums to Explore
- U.S. Army Chaplain Museum
