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Catalogue of the Canadian Official War Photographs (Classic Reprint)
Second Exhibition For The Benefit Of The Canadian War Memorials Fund
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This captivating account of the First World War offers a unique glimpse into the lives of Canadian soldiers through a rare collection of photographs, capturing the horrors, heroism, and camaraderie experienced on the front lines. The author presents a nuanced exploration of warfare, sh…owcasing the challenges of daily life for soldiers, the profound impact of technological advancements, and the resilience of the human spirit amidst unimaginable hardship. The photographs featured in the book provide an extraordinary visual record of the Canadian experience in the war, spanning from the early days of trench warfare to the major battles and ultimate victory. They offer a raw and intimate perspective on the realities of combat, from the camaraderie of soldiers sharing meals and tending to the wounded to the devastation wrought by artillery fire. The author's analysis goes beyond mere description, delving into the complex themes that emerged during the war. The book examines the role of technology in shaping the conflict, the psychological tolls of prolonged combat, and the enduring legacy of the war on both individuals and nations. This book is a valuable contribution to the historical record and a powerful meditation on the human cost of war. It offers a deeply personal and thought-provoking look at the Canadian experience in the First World War, making it essential reading for anyone seeking to understand this pivotal chapter in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.
[ Lady Carmichael-Anstruther and the Polish Children Rescue Fund. ] Autograph Letter Signed ('F. C. Anstruther') to 'Mr Blake', discussing the activities of the organisation.
Lady Fay Carmichael-Anstruther [née Fay Sibyl Marie Rechnitzer], wife of Sir Windham Eric Francis Carmichael-Anstruther (1900-80) [ Polish Children Rescue Fund, London; Second World War Poland ]
Published by On letterhead of the Polish Children Rescue Fund British Committee for Polish Welfare 1 Hill Street Berkeley Square London. 21 February 1945
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Seller: Richard M. Ford Ltd, London, , United KingdomRichard M. Ford Ltd
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2pp., 12mo. Written in a small close and neat hand. In good condition, on lightly aged paper. She has asked 'Lady Cunnynghame our Hon Secretary (Scottish-Polish)' to send an invitation for Major Kindersley, 'but even if it doesn't arrive in time, he will be most welcome!' She discusses his 'suggestion of having a flag-day', addi…ng: 'We are doing what we can to help destitute Polish Children, and as you may well realize, we have our hands full: Lately we have been collecting clothes for Poles deported by Germans to France & we have purchased five lorries to help the Polish Red Cross to distribute them as transport is so difficult'. They also hope 'to build a prefabricated Hospital for Children in Warsaw (if Warsaw is in Poland) as Memorial to Gen: Sikorski'. She ends by asking him to 'claim' her on the following Friday: 'I wear Polish Red Cross uniform.' The Carmichael-Anstruthers married in 1932 and divorced in 1948. She published 'Poland's part in the War', 1943 and 'Old Polish Legends' (1945). After her divorce she married Capt. Jerzy Bondorowski.
Published by American Red Cross, New York 1918
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Contact seller5-star sellerOriginal poster mounted on linen. Color lithograph. 27 1/4" x 20 1/8" This poster was part of the Second War Fund, a fundraising campaign led by the American Red Cross in 1918 with the goal of raising $100,000 in a single week in May. The poster reads "All of the Red Cross War Fund goes for War Relief.".
