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Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum, Military museum in Caernarfon Castle, Wales

The Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum spans two towers of Caernarfon Castle, displaying military artifacts, uniforms, weapons, and documents from Wales' oldest infantry regiment.

Established in 1960, the museum chronicles three centuries of military service, including campaigns of William III, the American War of Independence, and both World Wars.

The museum exhibits personal accounts and literary works from soldiers who served in the regiment, including war poets Siegfried Sassoon and Robert Graves.

Museum entry is included with Caernarfon Castle admission, with daily operations from 09:30 to 17:00 and facilities including a restaurant and gift shop.

The collection features fourteen Victoria Crosses awarded to regiment members, alongside films and audio recordings documenting their global military operations.

Location: Caernarfon

Inception: 1960

Elevation above the sea: 9.5 m

Address: The Castle, Caernarfon, Gwynedd LL55 2AY Wales LL55 2AY LL55 2AY

Email: rwfmuseum1@btconnect.com

Website: http://rwfmuseum.org.uk

GPS coordinates: 53.13910,-4.27750

Latest update: March 5, 2025 18:36

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