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World War I ➔ Surgical Gown
Identifier:
127031Description:
This World War I American Red Cross surgical gown is made of white cotton and has an American Red Cross patch on the upper left side of the chest. It has a V-neckline and a patch pocket on either side of the waist. This uniform has long sleeves and an attached sash that buttons on the proper left side of the waist. It also has three ties down the center back. This was accompanied by veil number 127031.1 and was worn by volunteers serving during the war.Date:
circa 1916Materials:
CottonCurrent Location Status:
In StorageCollection Tier:
Tier 2Source:
Gift Of Mrs. Ganson TaggartRelated Entities:
Mrs. Ganson Taggart (donor) American Red Cross (is related to)Alternate names: American National Red Cross
The American Red Cross, also known as the American National Red Cross, was founded in 1881 by Clara Barton. It is an organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and education in the United States. In 1910 the Red Cross Nursing Service was founded by Jane Delano. The organization provided emergency and non-emergency services to the United States military. Currently, there are over 650 chapters and 36 blood service regions.
