Serbian Museum of Corfu
The Serbian Museum of Corfu is located in the city of Corfu and is dedicated to a significant chapter of World War I history connected to the island.
It preserves and presents the memory of the large Serbian military and civilian presence that found refuge in Corfu in 1915, following the defeat of the Serbian army by Austro-Hungarian forces during the First World War.
Approximately 150,000 Serbian soldiers and members of the Serbian government were relocated to Corfu, where they remained for about three years. During this period, the island played a crucial humanitarian and strategic role. Part of the Serbian army was stationed on the nearby island of Vido, which later became the site of the Serbian Mausoleum, a place of remembrance for those who lost their lives during this difficult time.
The museum’s collection includes a wide range of historical exhibits that document this period. Among them are photographic archives, military uniforms, weapons and equipment, flags, medals and decorations, as well as ecclesiastical vestments and personal objects. Together, these items provide a vivid picture of the experiences of the Serbian army and people during their stay in Corfu.
Through its exhibits, the Serbian Museum of Corfu highlights the strong historical and emotional bonds between Greece and Serbia, as well as the island’s role as a place of refuge during one of the most critical moments of Serbian national history.
