The Gibbon Children During World War I
This lesson examines the letters of the Gibbon children, Marjorie age 15, John Jr. “Jack” age 14, Samuel “Sammy” age 12, and Robert “Bobs” age 9. The children write to their father with news of their daily lives in Philadelphia, or on their farm in Media, PA. Included in their letters are accounts of mobilization efforts, such as raising money for the Red Cross, buying Liberty Bonds, assisting with the local Y.M.C.A, and conserving food, among other things.