Life, 1918-04-25 · page 26 of 40
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This page documents a charitable fundraising campaign for French war orphans during World War I. The heading "No Matter Who Wins, the Babies Will Need Us" emphasizes that regardless of the war's outcome, orphaned French children require ongoing support. The article explains that the fund, originally called "The Fatherless Children of France," has been renamed "La Fraternité Franco-Américaine" to resonate better with French people. It notes that $101,139.08 has been collected, with $1,066,030.95 francs remitted to Paris. The bulk of the page lists donors' names and contributions—ranging from individuals ($730) to small donations ($2-5)—along with the babies they sponsored. Photos show three French orphans being supported by the fund. A final note indicates that French and Belgian governments opposed adoption of war orphans out of those countries, suggesting this fund prioritized direct financial support rather than international adoption. This represents American charitable mobilization during WWI, combining patriotic sentiment with practical humanitarian aid.
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