The Rifles Museum facts for kids
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The Rifles Museum
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| Established | 2013 |
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| Location | Peninsula Barracks, Winchester, United Kingdom |
| Type | Regimental museum |
The Rifles Museum is a special place in Winchester, England. It's a museum dedicated to telling the story of The Rifles, a famous part of the British Army. You can find it in Hampshire, and it's one of several military museums in Winchester.
About The Rifles Museum
This museum is all about the history of The Rifles. This army group was formed in 2007. The museum works to keep important items and stories safe. It helps people learn about the brave soldiers of The Rifles.
What You Can See There
The museum shows its exhibits in order of time. This means you can follow the story of The Rifles from when they started. There's a special part of the museum that shows how brave soldiers have been. It highlights the Victoria Cross, which is a very important award for courage.
History of the Museum
The museum first opened in 2013. It was called "The Rifles Collection" back then. Its main goal was to save important items from the history of The Rifles. The museum also holds talks about military history across the UK. Today, it's known as "The Rifles Museum." It is one of six military museums located at Peninsula Barracks in Winchester.
