Military Museum, History museum in Sumur Bandung, Indonesia.
The Military Museum is a history museum in Sumur Bandung that houses collections of weapons, uniforms, photographs, and combat vehicles from different periods of the Indonesian armed forces. The exhibition covers both traditional and contemporary military equipment, showing how armament technology has developed.
The building originally served as a military headquarters before being converted into a museum dedicated to preserving Indonesia's defense heritage. This transformation allowed the history of the armed forces to be documented and displayed for visitors.
The museum displays items that reflect the evolution of Indonesian military traditions, from traditional weapons to modern equipment used by the armed forces. Visitors can see how warfare and military practices have changed over time.
The museum is easy to access with wheelchair-accessible facilities throughout the building, making it convenient for visitors with mobility needs. Plan your visit on weekdays when fewer visitors are present so you can take your time exploring the exhibition.
The collection includes original furniture used during the drafting of Indonesia's independence declaration, a rare record of that historic moment. Visitors can also see artifacts from the Siliwangi Division's military operations, an important unit in the early history of the armed forces.
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