Royal Military Museum
Royal Military Museum, Military and aviation museum in Cinquantenaire Park, Brussels, Belgium.
Description
The Royal Military Museum is a military and aviation museum located within Cinquantenaire Park in Brussels that houses over 100,000 objects from different periods. The collection spans weapons, uniforms, medals, vehicles, and aircraft displayed across multiple exhibition halls within the historic complex.
History
The museum was founded in 1923 to preserve Belgian military heritage, starting with around 900 items donated by officer Louis Leconte after World War I. The collection grew significantly over the following decades through continued donations and acquisitions.
Culture
The museum reflects how the military shaped Belgium's history and identity over the centuries. Its collections show the role that soldiers and defense played in shaping events that affected everyday people across different eras.
Practical
The museum is open Tuesday through Sunday from 09:00 to 17:00 and offers guided tours along with family activities. Some areas have wheelchair access, and the Documentation Centre can be visited by arrangement.
Did you know?
The museum displays one of the world's most varied aircraft collections, ranging from World War I planes to modern F-16 fighter jets. Outdoor displays also include vintage tanks and Belgian naval vessels, among them royal yachts.
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