Quaker Aid in France during WWII
Department
Psychological Science
Major
Psychology with a minor in History
Research Advisor
Fogg, Shannon Lee
Advisor's Department
History and Political Science
Funding Source
FYRE
Abstract
The American Quakers provided aid and relief in France during WWII. They helped Jewish refugees in the Holocaust, mainly women and children, by raising money, collecting items, and even traveling over to France to help directly. The items they collected were clothing, food, and even medical supplies, while the direct help they provided included establishing schools, employment offices, and running children’s homes for the refugees. The Quakers created fundraisers and advertised their cause in the New York Times for all of the US to see.
Biography
Auburn Meister is a 3rd year student working on a BS in Psychology with a Minor in History. She has always enjoyed learning about history and Dr. Fogg's work relating to WWII captured her interest. Auburn's curiosity was peaked by the topic of Quakers in WWII since she did not know that Quakers played a part in helping refugees in the Holocaust. She plans on either going to graduate school after receiving her degree to become a therapist or becoming a middle or high school teacher.
Research Category
Arts and Humanities
Presentation Type
Poster Presentation
Document Type
Poster
Location
Upper Atrium
Presentation Date
16 Apr 2019, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Quaker Aid in France during WWII
Upper Atrium
The American Quakers provided aid and relief in France during WWII. They helped Jewish refugees in the Holocaust, mainly women and children, by raising money, collecting items, and even traveling over to France to help directly. The items they collected were clothing, food, and even medical supplies, while the direct help they provided included establishing schools, employment offices, and running children’s homes for the refugees. The Quakers created fundraisers and advertised their cause in the New York Times for all of the US to see.
