This event has finished Took place on: Saturday, 2nd Mar 2019
Free FreeDiscover how women have helped shape the British Army with a day of performances, music and talks.
As part of Women’s History Month, join us for a day of activities looking at the life of women in the Army at different points in time.
Talks
Hear first-hand accounts from current and former female soldiers as they share their personal experiences of the British Army.
Music
Listen to performances from the Military Wives Choirs, made up of women in the military community who join together to sing, share and support one another.
Step back in time
Hear the story of Mother Ross, who disguised herself as a man to enlist in the Army in the 17th century. Join her on an adventure to find her husband in this family-friendly performance.
Then, learn what life was like for women in the Army during the Second World War by putting your questions to a soldier of the Auxiliary Territorial Service.
Explore further
Discover the collection with themed gallery tours and object-handling sessions.
Contact and Booking Details
This event has finished Took place on: Saturday, 2nd Mar 2019
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2019-03-02 2019-03-02 Europe/London Women and the Army Discover how women have helped shape the British Army with a day of performances, music and talks. https://www.ianvisits.co.uk/calendar/2019/03/02/women-and-the-army-192710 National Army Museum,Royal Hospital Road, London, London,Location
Royal Hospital Road, London,
London,
SW3 4HT
London,
SW3 4HT
Map
Nearest tube and train stations to National Army Museum
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