Label, extracted from a parcel, listing items sent by Queen Victoria and Princess Louise during the Franco-Prussian War.
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1870-1871
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Label, extracted from a parcel, listing items sent by Queen Victoria and Princess Louise during the Franco-Prussian War. The label lists the following items: Bandages, pillow cases, socks, and invalid coats.
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Archives
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Queen Victoria was the first patron of the British Red Cross when the organisation was formed in 1870. In 1877, she wrote ‘Most sincerely does the Queen wish the Red Cross Society every possible success and will be thankful for any future account.’
Queen Victoria’s daughter Princes Louise also provided support to the British Red Cross during the Franco Prussian War. She was awarded the Royal Red Cross medal.
Queen Victoria’s daughter Princes Louise also provided support to the British Red Cross during the Franco Prussian War. She was awarded the Royal Red Cross medal.
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WAN/1/5/11
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