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Ambulance motor car for the Australian field hospital
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Ambulance motor car for the Australian field hospital
An ambulance motor car donated by Australians to the voluntary field hospital organised by Lady Dudley
August 1914
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August 1914: A Symbol of Australian Generosity and Medical Aid in the Early Days of World War I This evocative photograph captures the moment when an ambulance motor car, a generous donation from the people of Australia, was handed over to the Voluntary Aid Detachment (VAD) organised by Lady Dudley at the Australian Field Hospital in the early days of World War I. The date was August 1914, and the world was on the brink of a conflict that would change the course of history. The ambulance motor car, a vital piece of medical equipment, was donated by Australians in response to a call for aid as the war in Europe escalated. The vehicle, with its distinctive red cross emblem, would serve as a vital link between the front lines and the hospital, transporting the wounded soldiers to receive life-saving medical care. Lady Dudley, an influential figure in Australian society, played a pivotal role in organising the Australian Field Hospital. Her tireless efforts ensured that the hospital was equipped with the latest medical facilities and staffed by skilled medical personnel. The hospital, located in Boulogne-sur-Mer, France, would go on to treat over 1,500 wounded soldiers during the war. This photograph is a testament to the generosity and compassion of the Australian people during a time of crisis. It serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by the medical personnel and the wounded soldiers during the Great War, and the vital role that medical aid played in ensuring their survival. The ambulance motor car, a symbol of hope and healing, continues to inspire us with its enduring image of human kindness and resilience in the face of adversity.
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