The Royal Westminster Regiment Museum
The Royal Westminster Regiment is a Primary Reserve light infantry unit of the Canadian Armed Forces. The Regimental Headquarters and A Coy are based in New Westminster, B.C. and D Coy is located in Chilliwack, B.C. The Regiment can trace its heritage back to the formation of the New Westminster Volunteer Rifle Company in 1863. The Regiment and its perpetuated units served with distinction in the World Wars and it has subsequently contributed to NATO and UN Operations including in the Former Yugoslavia and Afghanistan, and domestic aid to civil power in cases of emergency. |
Displays
The museum acquires, identifies, preserves and exhibits a permanent collection of military artifacts and memorabilia from the experience of the Regiment and its antecedents. The museum encourages within the community, a realization of the contribution to the community and the nation made by the Regiment and its antecedents. The museum's goal is to imbue a spirit of pride and selflessness in those who continue to serve Open on special request. Website Contact: |
The Royal Westminster Regiment Museum
530 Queens Avenue
New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1K3
530 Queens Avenue
New Westminster, B.C. V3L 1K3
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