Within the walls of Edinburgh Castle, the National War Museum tells the story of Scotland at war.

1914 brought war to Scotland on what would prove to be an unprecedented scale. Delve into the stories behind those who fought in the First World War here.

The Library is based in the National War Museum within the walls of Edinburgh Castle.

Resources for your class trip to the National War Museum.

Find out more about our workshops, activities and resources for primary and secondary students at the National War Museum.

Step back in time with your pupils and discover the story of Scotland at war. Relive wartime experiences, from the front line to the Home Front, through personal mementoes and military equipment.

Our First World War Centenary programme of exhibitions and events shares the Scottish memory of these world-changing events with national and international visitors.

Resources for your class visit to the National Museum of Flight.

During and directly after the Second World War, the Reid family at Wester Kittochside, East Kilbride employed both Italian and German prisoners of war.

Mark the anniversary of the end of the Second World War with our themed family trail.