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Medical loan service

During the First World War

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Food parcels for prisoners

Volunteers made parcels of food and clothing for prisoners of war abroad.

Missing and wounded service people

The Red Cross founded a 'wounded and missing' department in WW1.

Resources for researchers

If you're researching WW1, these museums, archives and websites may be helpful.

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