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Find out more about our work in the First World War

Volunteers during WW1

90,000 ordinary men and women volunteered with the Red Cross during WW1 in hospitals, driving ambulances, and more.

Stories from the First World War

From canine first aiders to WW1 volunteer love stories, and more.

Unidentified volunteers

Do you recognise these volunteers? Let us know.

In partnership with:
Heritage Fund
Imperial War Museum
Kingston University London