Ever wondered what sailors ate on Christmas Day? These beautifully illustrated Christmas menus, some of which have been signed by crew members, are part of the Museum’s collection. They give us an insight into what was on the menu on 25th December, often many kilometres from home.
Christmas Menus

Reference no. EAE 0075
HMNZS Gambia Menu 1943 EAE 0075
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