Digital exhibitions

Not all stories of the First World War fit within the walls of the museum. That is why the Passchendaele Museum brings together a series of digital exhibitions in which we explore specific themes, individuals and events in greater depth.

Through historical images, maps, objects and personal testimonies, you can discover alternative perspectives on the history of the First World War and the Battle of Passchendaele online. These digital exhibitions are linked to the Passchendaele Archives database and present personal stories of soldiers and civilians affected by the war.

You can explore these digital exhibitions online free of charge, anytime and anywhere. They complement a visit to the museum, but are also suitable for learning more about the First World War at home or in the classroom.

Discover the different digital exhibitions below.

Names in the Landscape

For the Canadian Corps, Passchendaele marked their final battle in Flanders. Canada suffered around 14,000 fatalities in Flanders, nearly half of whom are commemorated as missing on the Menin Gate. With this digital exhibition and a geoportal, the Passchendaele Museum aims to give as many as possible of the 6,928 Canadians listed on the Menin Gate a tangible place in the landscape.

Reflection Points

Excavation data show that more than 170 soldiers were recovered from the grounds of Zonnebeke Castle after the First World War. This online exhibition explores in greater depth the events that took place in the park in 1917.

Dans les Flandres

The Battle of Passchendaele is one of the most widely described and debated episodes of the First World War. However, the contribution and sacrifice of the French troops—who suffered as many losses at Passchendaele as New Zealand—are often overlooked. In this exhibition, we take a closer look at the French involvement.