Records of the American War Mothers Organization. [1947-1995].

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Records of the American War Mothers Organization. [1947-1995].

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The materials in this collection document the activities of the Southern Nevada Chapters of the American War Mothers Organization. Covering slightly before and after the period from 1950 to 1980, the materials are comprised primarily of scrapbooks that contain some correspondence and minutes, numerous news clippings and photographs. Pamphlets on American War Mothers' organizational rituals and history, ceremonial paraphernalia, and flags complete the collection.

5 boxes (approx. 2.5 linear feet).

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries

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SNAC Resource ID: 7281044

University of Nevada, Las Vegas Libraries

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American War Mothers. Las Vegas (Nev.) Chapter

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American War Mothers. Henderson (Nev.) Chapter

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American War Mothers

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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 s...