Battle of the buttons
Learn more about the buttons that tell the story of the battle for the North Gate at Hougoumont farm.
An explosive discovery
One of most exciting discoveries yet required a call to the Belgian bomb squad!

Château d’Hougoumont
Hougoumont played a crucial role in the battle, but has stood for centuries before and after it too. Learn more about the finds that give us insight into Hougoumont farm.

Life of a Musket Ball
Musket balls are one of the most common finds from the battlefield. Find out what they can tell us about the Battle of Waterloo.

James Callum
Find out more about the story of Private James Callum, the ancestor of one of our Finds Programme participants!

Same Kit, Different Day
One of most exciting discoveries yet required a call to the Belgian bomb squad!

The Eagles Claws
Learn more about an exciting find in our collection, which once belonged to a French soldier…
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