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To progress through the gallery, use the forward arrow on your keyboard:

Progress with right keyboard arrow

Left click on an item or caption to zoom in and take a closer look:

Left Click

The wheel on your mouse will also allow you to zoom in and out:

Zoom with scroll wheel

To zoom out, simply left click on a blank section of the gallery:

Click blank space in gallery

You can jump to a room by clicking a grey circle:

Click on a grey circle to change room

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Chelsea Pensioners stood in a line in scarlet uniform
New research into the Royal Hospital’s Model of Care suggests Chelsea Pensioners are showing the way for living longer and healthier lives

New research, carried out by Northumbria University, sheds light on the Hospital’s Model of Care. It may give clues as to how to better deal with an ageing population in Britain – with the need being ever more pressing.

Chelsea Pensioner Billy in scarlet uniform
Meet Chelsea Pensioner Billy Knowles

Chelsea Pensioner, Billy, discusses his 25 year career in the British Army after joining at 15 years old, becoming a drummer and how he is continuing his love for music at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.