About World War II Museum, Kisama
The World War II Museum at Kisama Heritage Village, about 12 km from Kohima in Nagaland, is dedicated to the Battle of Kohima of 1944. Established by the Government of Nagaland within the Hornbill Festival venue, it displays artifacts, weapons, uniforms, photographs and personal belongings related to the Burma Campaign. The museum preserves wartime history and offers visitors insight into Nagaland's role in World War II.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a small, dedicated museum building within the Kisama Heritage Village complex showcasing World War II artifacts from the Battle of Kohima. Exhibits include vintage weapons, ammunition, uniforms, helmets, photographs, maps, documents and personal belongings of soldiers. The setting is on a hillside heritage village with traditional Naga morungs nearby, offering a quiet, educational walk-through experience focused on wartime history.
Key highlights
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Dedicated museum commemorating the Battle of Kohima (1944) of World War II
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Collection of authentic wartime artifacts including weapons, uniforms and equipment
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Photographs, maps and documents related to the Burma Campaign
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Located inside the Kisama Heritage Village, venue of the Hornbill Festival
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Educational exhibits on Nagaland's role in World War II history
History of World War II Museum, Kisama
The museum is dedicated to the Battle of Kohima fought in April-June 1944, a decisive battle of the Burma Campaign in World War II between Allied forces and the Japanese Army. It preserves and displays relics recovered from the battlefield and commemorates the soldiers who fought in Nagaland during the war.
Culture & Context
Located within the Kisama Heritage Village built to preserve Naga tribal heritage, the museum links wartime history with Naga cultural identity and is a key attraction during the annual Hornbill Festival that showcases Naga traditions.
Route
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