WW1 knitting, woollen belts - gift to the troops from Queen
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WW1 knitting, woollen belts - gift to the troops from Queen
Gift to the Troops at the Front from the Queen and the Women of the Empire. Leaflet giving instructions on how to knit woollen belts for troops during the First World War. The belts were to be sent to the Lady in Waiting to Queen Mary at Devonshire House where they would be collected and from there sent to the soldiers at the Front. Date: c.1915
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Abdominal Belt Belts Charity Collected Collecting Comforts Effort Gift Handmade Instructions Knit Knitted Knitters Knitting Leaflet Patterns Warm Warmth Wool Woollen Woolly
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures the spirit of community and compassion during the First World War, as women from all walks of life came together to knit woollen belts for the troops at the front. The image shows a printed leaflet detailing instructions on how to create these essential items, which were to be sent to Lady in Waiting to Queen Mary at Devonshire House. The belts, which were designed to provide warmth and comfort to soldiers, were then collected and distributed to the soldiers in the trenches. The First World War saw an outpouring of charitable efforts to support the troops, with knitting becoming a popular way for people to contribute from the comfort of their own homes. The woollen belts were just one of many handmade items that were sent to the soldiers, providing a much-needed source of warmth and morale in the harsh conditions of the battlefield. The photograph is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by both the soldiers and the women who supported them during this time. The image of the leaflet, with its clear instructions and intricate patterns, also serves as a testament to the ingenuity and resourcefulness of those who sought to make a difference in the face of adversity. As we reflect on the history of the First World War, this photograph offers a glimpse into the ways in which ordinary people came together to provide comfort and support to those on the front lines. The woollen belts may have been a small gesture, but they represented the collective efforts of a nation, and the enduring power of human kindness and compassion.
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