American War Mothers

The American War Mothers Organization was founded in response to federal officials impressed with and grateful for the Food Conservation and War Relief Work carried on by mothers of servicemen and women during World War I. It is a national organization whose purpose is to nurture and develop the spirit of world service and to engage in patriotic work, including assisting the men and women who served and were wounded in United States conflicts. Membership is limited to U.S. women whose children served in the Armed Forces. On September 29, 1917, these officials requested that a permanent War Mothers organization be established. Enthusiastic response resulted nationwide, and by Armistice Day, November 11, 1918, two-thirds of the states were organized into chapters. The first National Convention of War Mothers was called by the Governor of Indiana and convened in Indianapolis on August 15, 1918. Delegates from other states were appointed by their respective governors. On February 24, 1925, the 68th Congress granted the American War Mothers a National Charter (PL-453). Additional information on administrative history available via complete finding aid.

From the description of Records of the American War Mothers Organization. [1947-1995]. (University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries). WorldCat record id: 299602088

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