A Short Record of the Work of the Imperial Order of the Daughters of the Empire in British Columbia Since the Declaration of War reveals how a provincial women’s organization mobilized for war, sharing progress, fundraising, and relief efforts across communities in British Columbia during a time of urgent need.
This nonfiction volume documents the early, organized response of the Daughters of the Empire to wartime demands. It highlights the move from quiet preparation to active service, including the drive to fund a Hospital Ship, the creation of relief networks, and the expansion of local chapters and committees. Through firsthand accounts and documented progress, readers gain a clear picture of wartime community work and patriotism in action.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This extensively documented history of the Imperial Order of Daughters of the Empire in British Columbia offers a detailed account of the Order's significant wartime activities. Beginning with the declaration of war in 1914, the book follows the Order's swift mobilization of women's efforts, ranging from knitting warm clothing for soldiers to fundraising for hospital ships and supporting Belgian refugees. Through an analysis of wartime correspondence, speeches, and newspaper articles, the author reconstructs the Order's remarkable accomplishments. This illuminating study not only sheds light on the crucial role played by women during World War I but also highlights the enduring legacy of the Daughters of the Empire in fostering patriotism and service. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781527958647_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781527958647
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LX-9781527958647
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)