BOOKS

During the First and Second World Wars, the Indian Army's duties increase on a global scale, requiring rapid expansion. This, in turn, created an increased need for Indian Army officers.

Professor Ian Beckett explores the now forgotten phenomenon of panorama paintings

Giving prominence to the deep, personal battles of those left behind, The Searchers brings the legacy of war vividly to life in testament to the bravery, compassion and resilience of the human spirit.

The first comprehensive single-volume history of India's soldiers in the British Empire, written with flair and rich in detail, this book offers a vital new perspective to mark the 75th anniversary of Indian independence.

Soldiery explores the British Army as a diverse and proud organisation with a cherished heritage.

The Jungle Survival Pocket Manual is reproduced from the original guides issued to British and American soldiers to assist with their survival in unfamiliar territory.

John Campbell reveals Haldane's intensely personal side through previously unpublished private correspondence, and shows his enormous relevance in our search for just societies today

Dr Peter Caddick-Adams explores the final weeks of the Second World War and what it was like to encounter enemy combatants and civilians face-to-face during this closing stage of the Allies' fight against Nazi Germany.

Learn about the rise of Adolf Hitler, Pearl Harbour and the D-Day Landings in The WWII Book.

Whether you are planning a visit or just want to read about the museum and its collections, buy a guidebook and find out more about our collection pieces and the stories behind them.

A dramatic and colourful new account of the most daring British commando raid of World War Two.

A visual record of wartime Britain during the attack on London between 1939 and 1945.