Over the years, I've found quite a few photos of American Red Cross workers at tea, and I recently came across a new-to-me one on the Library of Congress website. This image by photographer Lewis Wickes Hine was created on September 4, 1918, so it was obviously some Red Cross workers who served during World War I.
The description reads, "Saturday afternoon tea party in the new club rooms for A.R.C. Workers (women) at the Hotel Roblin Paris. The Club provides a pleasant place where women workers can rest, read and enjoy social reunions of a simple kind."
And despite what was going on in the world, they sure look like they're having fun, don't they?
How wonderful that they had a place to relax and enjoy being together. When there is so much going on in the world, it is refreshing to have a break with friends. And tea makes it even better!
ReplyDeleteYes, they do look like they are having fun.
ReplyDeleteWhat a special tea party picture. Thanks for sharing it with us.
That really IS a very nice photo! Although I like the hats, I'm glad we ladies don't have to wear those heavy dresses nowadays. But we can still get together for a pleasant "social reunion" and a good cup of tea.
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