NB Military History Museum

The New Brunswick Military History Museum is a key institution dedicated to preserving and sharing the military history of New Brunswick and the contributions of its people to Canada’s armed forces. Located at 5 Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown in Oromocto, New Brunswick, the museum offers a comprehensive view of the province’s military heritage, from early conflicts to modern times. Aircraft on display are: Avro CF-100 Canuck 5, Bell CH-136 Kiowa and McDonnell CF-101B Voodoo

NB Military History Museum

Hawthorne Street

Oromocto

New Brunswick E2V 4J5

Canada

https://nbmhm-mhmnb.ca

nbmhm.mhmnb@gmail.com

+1 506-422-2000 ext. 1304

Monday – Friday 08:00 – 16:00

Saturday, Sunday by appointment

Free admission

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The museum is situated within CFB Gagetown

Aircraft collection

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Avro CF-100 Canuck 5

Bell CH-136 Kiowa

McDonnell CF-101B Voodoo

Highlights of the New Brunswick Military History Museum:

  1. Extensive Artifact Collection:
    • The museum houses a wide array of military artifacts, including weapons, uniforms, medals, and personal items belonging to soldiers.
    • Displays feature vehicles, such as tanks and transport trucks, used by the Canadian Armed Forces.
  2. Historical Coverage:
    • The exhibits cover New Brunswick’s involvement in major conflicts, including:
      • The World Wars (1914–1918, 1939–1945)
      • The Korean War
      • Peacekeeping missions
      • Modern military operations like Afghanistan.
    • A focus is placed on the local contributions of soldiers, regiments, and communities.
  3. Interactive Displays:
    • Visitors can engage with hands-on exhibits, such as mock trench setups, weaponry, and multimedia presentations that bring history to life.
  4. Specialized Exhibits:
    • The New Brunswick Military History Museum delves into the history of New Brunswick’s regiments, such as the North Shore Regiment, which played a critical role on D-Day during World War II.
    • It also highlights the history of 5th Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown, one of the largest military training areas in Canada.
  5. Archives and Research:
    • The museum offers a rich archive for researchers, including documents, photographs, and records detailing the province’s military past.

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