You are a woman who is involved in the war effort. You are probably a Nurse or Red Cross Volunteer. You see the worst parts of the war, but are also a source of hope for many soldiers. Answer the questions (on a separate sheet of paper) that follow as if you were are actually living through the war. Be sure to copy URLs of any websites that you glean information from. 1) What organization do you work for? What country? 2) Why did you choose to join in service? 3) Where are you stationed? Have you been close to any infamous battles? 4) How are you treated by the men around you? 5) What is the best part about your job? the worst? 6) Do you regret your decision to join up?
General WWI information http://www.worldwar1.com/
An incredible listing of prominent women form WWI http://www.spartacus.schoolnet.co.uk/FWWwomen.htm
American Red Cross History http://www.redcross.org/services/nursing/0,1082,0_389_,00.html
Women's Roles in the world wars...remember to focus on WWI http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Female_roles_in_the_World_Wars
A Nurse's Belgian Field Diary http://www.lib.byu.edu/~rdh/wwi/memoir/warnurse/wnTC.html
More great information on women in WWI, including harassment issues http://userpages.aug.com/captbarb/femvets4.html
*Your history book is a good source of information *Try searching for information and images in the box below