Around the turn of the century a direct link was made between infant welfare, motherhood, patriotism and nationalism. Motherhood and mothering were expressed in terms of patriotism and a national priority. All driven by European exceptionalism.
Tag: National Council of Women
Angels of Mercy, Red Cross volunteers
For the many during the First World the Red Cross became the soldier's guardian angel. The metaphor was expressed in poster, literature, the popular press and a host of other locations.
