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World War I
Clothing and Accessories
Women's Clothing
Uniforms ➔ Surgical Gown
Identifier:
144060Description:
This World War I American Red Cross surgical gown is made of white cotton and has an open back that closes with two buttons on the back of the bodice. The front has a V-neckline and a patch pocket on either side of the waist. This uniform has a patch at the neckline that has the initials AFFW. There are two buttons on each of the cuffs and an attached belt that buttons on the proper right side of the waist. There is also an interior label that reads "Lowell Mfg. Co., Grand Rapids, Mich., Size C". It is accompanied by veil number 144060.1.Date:
circa 1914 – 1918Materials:
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. Lowell Manufacturing Company (creator)
