Red Cross Knitting Needles

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Title	Red Cross Knitting Needles
Description	American Red Cross knitting needles used to make socks for soldiers. The largest civilian support organization in America during the war, Red Cross volunteers labored tirelessly to send items like this to service members. In addition to socks, volunteers made head scarves, gloves, and wristlets from a standard pattern. All items were subject to strict quality control to ensure they could be used by Allied troops. Their efforts contributed greatly to the overall morale and well-being of American troops during the war.
Contributing Institution	Missouri History Museum
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