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Expo 14-18: It's Our History!

  • 21 Jun 2014
  • 3:00 PM
  • Army and Military History Museum, 1000 Brussels
  • 12

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Guided Tour of the 14-18 Exhibition

Join us on Saturday, June 21, at 3:00 p.m. for a guided visit to “EXPO: 14-18, It’s Our History!”

For the First World War 100th anniversary commemorations, the Royal Army Museum has organized the major exhibition “14-18, It’s Our History!” Based on the rich, unique collections of the Royal Army Museum, this exhibition allows the public to discover all aspects of the conflicts which left Europe battered and weakened. The history of the conflict has been set in a broader context in which there is a place for all the actors in this drama.

The war and daily life during the occupation of Belgium constitutes an important part of the exhibition. But most of all, you will discover through authentic objects, scenery, testimonials, multimedia, cinema, films and immersive spaces how this conflict has profoundly influenced the history of the 20th century.

Particular attention is given to the contradictory wartime destinies of two cousins who came face to face with one another: Belgian King Albert I and the German Emperor Wilhelm II. Through personal uniforms, letters and pictures, both rulers are confronted in a stunning mirror image.

The role of this exhibition is to awaken a wider audience to the story of the history of the European and then global war. To achieve this goal, the organizers have appealed to one’s emotions making the visitor feel that this story concerns his past. This exhibition is the meeting place for the history of each history – with a little h – and History with a big H.

Please note that this visit is limited to 20 people and is a Members Priority visit. Non-members may only sign up as of June 9. So, do sign up quickly for this spectacular visit!

Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2014
Time: 3:00 p.m.
Place: Royal Museum of the Army and Military History, Parc du Cinquentenaire 3, 1000 Brussels
Price: €20 for members, €30 for non-members.
Public Transportation: Merode: Metros 1 & 5, Tram 81, Buses 22, 27, 61, and 80.
Sign up: Reservations are due by noon on Wednesday, June 18, online at www.americanclubbrussels.org, by email (info@americanclubbrussels.org), or by telephone to the ACB Office Manager (0476/996.870). Payment to ACB at BE55427919588144 (KREDBEBB) will confirm your reservation. Be sure to mention “14-18” in the communications section of the virement. Cancellations are possible until noon on Wednesday, June 18. Participants cancelling after this time, as well as no-shows, are charged the full cost of the event.

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