Contribute Collection

HOSPITAL SATURDAY
In the streets of London passers-by contribute to Hospital Saturday, putting their guineas in the collection box. Date: 1874

WW1 - Comment on the food shortage
WW1 - To ensure food supply during shortages, National and local food control committees were established to ensure food distribution across the country

Children play a tragedy, Charles Howard Hodges, John Raphael Smith, 1785

Map of part of the south coast of Ireland, Jan Luyken, print maker: Anonymous, Johannes van Keulen I, 1681 - 1803

British, World War I Poster, 1917, designed by Robert Baden-Powell, encouraging everyone to contribute to the war effort. Are you in thisja Factory worker, female munitions worker, Nurse

Italian Patriotic Card - Brothers Save me! Underwrite the effort and save your future! The powerful message of a card encouraging Italians to financially aid the war effort

Wolseley Motors now a shell factory
The chassis test-shop of Wolseley Motors Ltd. At Adderley Park near Birmingham transformed into a shell factory. As World War I progressed

Irish Whiskey Parlour
Dogs, geese and a pig contribute to the excitement in an Irish whiskey parlour

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"Contribute: A Historical Perspective" HOSPITAL SATURDAY: In the early 20th century, Hospital Saturday was a day dedicated to raising funds for hospitals. Communities came together to contribute towards improving healthcare facilities and providing better medical services. WW1 - Comment on the food shortage: During World War I, nations faced severe food shortages due to disrupted trade routes and increased demand from soldiers at the front lines. Individuals were encouraged to contribute by rationing their own meals and growing victory gardens. British Military Recruitment Poster, WW1: This iconic poster urged men to contribute to the war effort by enlisting in the military. It appealed to their sense of duty and patriotism, emphasizing that every individual's contribution mattered in defending their country. Children play a tragedy, Charles Howard Hodges, John Raphael Smith, 1785: This artwork depicts children performing a play about tragedy – an allegory highlighting how even young minds understood the importance of contributing through creative expression and storytelling. Map of part of the south coast of Ireland, Jan Luyken (printmaker), Anonymous (Johannes): Maps have always been valuable tools for navigation and exploration but also played a crucial role during wartime planning strategies or identifying areas where local communities could contribute resources or support efforts. British World War I Poster designed by Robert Baden-Powell encouraging everyone: This powerful poster called upon all citizens – men, women, young or old – urging them to actively participate in various ways such as joining volunteer organizations or supporting troops morally and materially; it emphasized that everyone had something unique they could contribute. Italian Patriotic Card - Brothers Save me: This patriotic card symbolizes unity among brothers fighting for their country's freedom during times of conflict—a reminder that individuals can make significant contributions when united towards a common cause. Wolseley Motors now a shell factory.