A find from the front-line landscape
For each piece, read the find spot, material and date. An excavated find without context does not prove which soldier it belonged to.
Adrian helmet and remembrance
The French helmet with a veterans’ plaque links its use to later commemoration. Keep both phases of the object in view.
Guided tour by appointment
Visits are currently possible by appointment only. Discuss with the guide how much time and support your group needs. The medieval tower is not wheelchair accessible; it is closed on public holidays.
Before you go
Currently by appointment only, including for school groups; closed on public holidays. The medieval tower has steep stairs and is not wheelchair accessible. Discuss group size in advance.
Sources
This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.
- Research card 1104 — Museum Slag van de Somme 1914-1918
Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified reference from a supplied research card; content, authority and currency still to be checked independently.