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Collections Talk - VJ Day and the end of the War


  • The Royal Logistics Corps Museum Connaught Road, Worthy Down, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 2RG (map)

An engaging talk from Assistant Curator Alex Crisp exploring the end of the Second World War.

This engaging talk looks at the items in our collection that tell the story of VJ Day and the end of the Second World War. Join Alex as he brings to life the events of autumn 1945 through the collections of the museum.

Timings & Tours 

Wednesday 17 September: 2pm

Friday 19 September: 2pm

Location & directions 

Directions: The RLC Museum is located on Connaught Road, Worthy Down. ///Admiral.charts.campfires There is a 20MPH speed limit on Connaught Road as you approach the museum. The signs requesting ID or MOD pass do not apply to museum visitors, the museum is outside of the wire.

Contact on day: Gemma Ingason

Telephone number: +441962887793

Booking information 

Pre-booking requirement: Pre-booking required

Booking conditions: This event is free but please pre-book to guarantee a place.

Booking opens: 08 Aug 2025 12:00 AM

Booking closes: 10 Sep 2025 12:00 AM

Max no of people per tour: 15

Est. tour duration: 1 hours

Accessibility Details

The Royal Logistic Corps Museum was built in 2021 and was designed with accessibility in mind. If you have any questions or concerns about access, please don't hesitate to contact us.

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