World War II Quilts

Many American women made warm and attractive quilts to honor and benefit US
soldiers during the period 1940-1945, either as outright gifts or as
raffle items to raise money for the war effort. This book reflects extensive original research of newspaper and magazine articles
of the era, and authenticates the
patterns and designs available to quiltmakers, anchoring the quilts
historically in time. Color photos and descriptive text identify
many patriotic quilts made for donation to the Red Cross and organizations such as
Bundles for Britain. When possible,
original patterns and designs that inspired the quilts are included.
The quilts can now be interpreted from factual and objective perspectives, enhancing their historic and emotional importance.