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Jane Austen and the Royal Navy
Jane Austen, born on 16 December 1775 in the Hampshire village of Steventon, is celebrated for her novels about the upper and middle classes of early…
Planning a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard over the festive period? Please be aware of the planned work taking place at Junction 10 of the M27.
Planning a visit to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard over the festive period? Please be aware of the planned work taking place at Junction 10 of the M27…
VJ Day, HMS Exeter and a uniquely important Union Jack
Please read on for an insight into VJ Day, a very special Union Jack flag and an exclusive opportunity with the National Museum of the Royal Navy.
WRINS Uniform - A piece of history that’s redefining naval tradition
A remarkable artefact from our collection has helped reshape the course of Royal Navy history, making an unforgettable impact on thousands of serving…
Remembrance Day 2024 at the National Museum of the Royal Navy
Every year 11th November marks Remembrance Day, held in honour of all armed forces who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. The National…
The history of Remembrance in the Royal Navy
Remembrance Day is a memorial day observed in Commonwealth member states since the end of the First World War to honour armed forces members who have…
Spectacular fundraising event at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard in support of the new Royal Marines Museum
On Thursday 18 and Friday 19 July 2024 the National Museum of the Royal Navy will be offering visitors a unique opportunity to visit Portsmouth…
Pay your respects for Anzac Day on the sole survivor from Gallipoli
An Anzac service on the 25th April 2024 at 10:30am at Portsmouth Historic Dockyard will help visitors pay their respects to those from Australia and…
A history of Christmas traditions in the Royal Navy
Christmas is a time for friends, family, and merriment. But life can be different when you’re serving, as our collection at the National Museum of…
The truth behind Napoleon’s ‘meeting’ with the Duke of Wellington
Ridley Scott’s latest film, Napoleon, includes a scene that is sure to get a few history buffs talking: Wellington meeting Napoleon onboard HMS…
What is a Trafalgar Night Dinner?
Every October the Royal Navy celebrates the British Victory at the Battle of Trafalgar with a special event - the Trafalgar Night Dinner. But what…
Statement on HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse
We are distressed and concerned at the apparent vandalism for personal profit of HMS Prince of Wales and HMS Repulse. They are designated war graves…
Rare polar sledge flag used in hunt for Franklin’s doomed expedition is saved for the nation
The National Museum of the Royal Navy is proud to announce that the last-ditch campaign to raise £120,000 to save a rare polar expedition sledge flag…
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal reopens HMS Caroline as tourists flock back to the ship
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal officially reopened HMS Caroline in Belfast on Tuesday 25 April. As Patron of the National Museum of the Royal…
Her Majesty The Queen
It is with great sadness that we mourn the death of Her Majesty The Queen after 70 years of devoted public service.
Attention! Free Armed Forces Day event this Saturday
Head to Portsmouth Historic Dockyard from 10am - 4pm on Saturday 25 June for free activities and entertainment to mark Portsmouth Armed Forces Day.