Profusely illustrated with 1,089 photos and illustrations (many in color), this landmark reference presents an overall view of the role of women in the service of the United States of America plus an in-depth study of the evolution of their uniforms and insignia. Smith’s documentation of volunteer organizations and their response to wartime mobilization will be of great interest to all military historians. Fifty organizations are covered in this first volume, some of which are: Aerial Nurse Corps of America. American Red Cross. Army Women’s Voluntary Services. Army Nurse Corps. Cadet Nurse Corps. Citizen’s Defense Corps. Daughters of the American Revolution Hospital Corps. Jewish Welfare Board Women’s Unit. Marine Corps Women’s Reserve. Motor Corps of America. National League of Women’s Service. National Security Women’s Corps. Navy Nurse Corps. and more.
Overall Condition: Very good, some light wear and discolouration.
Inv. No: 1F
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