The El Alamein Military Museum is a historical museum located near the town of El Alamein, Egypt, dedicated to the famous World War II Battle of El Alamein (1942).
El Alamein Military Museum متحف العلمين
Marsa Matrouh Road
Markaz Al Alamein
Matrouh
https://www.mod.gov.eg/ModWebSite/MuseumDetails.aspx?id=3
+20 46 4100021
Daily 09:00 – 16:00
Aircraft collection
| ET574
BR491 | Curtiss Kittyhawk Mk.IA
Supermarine Spitfire F.Vc/Trop (front fuselage and wings) |
El Alamein Military Museum Key Highlights:
- Location: El Alamein, about 106 km west of Alexandria on the Mediterranean coast.
- Inauguration: Originally opened in 1956, renovated in 1992 and later upgraded.
- Focus: Showcases the events, strategies, and impact of the Battle of El Alamein, one of the turning points of World War II.
Main Exhibits:
- Five Main Halls representing the nations involved:
- Egypt (neutral but affected by the war)
- Germany (Afrika Korps led by Erwin Rommel)
- Italy (Axis forces)
- Britain (Eighth Army under Bernard Montgomery)
- Commonwealth & Allies (supporting forces)
- Weapons & Military Vehicles: Tanks, artillery, and aircraft used during the battle.
- Uniforms & Personal Items: Artifacts from soldiers of different nationalities.
- Battle Dioramas & Maps: Visual representations of key military maneuvers.
- Outdoor Exhibit: Large war relics, including tanks and artillery.