Living in Extraordinary Times

The strength of the Australian Red Cross has been to gather support for causes that affect us all. Over more than 100 years, this has included collecting food and clothes for distribution to those in need, drawing together volunteers to support a cause and providing practical care.

During wartime, the Australian Red Cross channelled the efforts of thousands to fundraise and provide food parcels to serving soldiers. The organisation also provided medical care, critical support to those who were in prisoner of war camps and support to families of the missing and wounded.

Delivery of boxes from a truck [English Registration Plate AXX 943]

A truck delivering boxes with supplies, c.1940 

Boxes in a warehouse with cloth covers with Red Cross emblem

Boxes in a warehouse with cloth covers with Red Cross emblem, c.1940 

H.M. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother (1900-2002) president of British Red Cross visits a Red Cross care package centre

H.M. Queen Elizabeth, the Queen Mother (1900-2002) president of British Red Cross visits a Red Cross care package centre, c.1940 

Living in Extraordinary Times