Discover the untold story of the thousands of British volunteers who selflessly devoted themselves to helping soldiers and civilians during World War I. This authorized account, written by Thekla Bowser, a former member of the British Voluntary Aid Detachment, offers a firsthand look at the challenges and triumphs of the organization. From basic first aid to complex surgical procedures, these brave volunteers provided crucial support to the war effort. With photographs, documents, and personal testimonies, this book is a tribute to their remarkable service.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.