02370cam a22003253u 45000010005000000030007000050050017000120060002000290070005000310080041000360400011000770410017000880500009001051000050001142450199001642640051003633000047004143360026004613370026004873380036005135000031005495080043005805201238006235340045018616530025019066530015019316530039019468560042019859990017020273227UtSlPG20260610133109.0mcr n260607r2002||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aD5011 aMilitia of Mercy. Gift Book Committeeq(U.S.)10aDefenders of Democracy :bContributions from representative men and women of letters and other arts from our allies and our own country, edited by the Gift book committee of the Militia of Mercy 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2002  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2002-05-01  aThis Etext prepared by Brett Fishburne  a"Defenders of Democracy" by the Militia of Mercy Gift Book Committee is a collection of writings and tributes created during the early 20th century, specifically around the time of World War I. This work serves as a multifaceted expression of gratitude, support, and honor for those involved in the war effort, including sailors, soldiers, and nurses. The book aims to fundraise for the families of the Naval Militia members, emphasizing themes of heroism, sacrifice, and the collective fight for liberty and democracy against tyranny.  The opening of "Defenders of Democracy" includes a series of dedications, introductory messages, and letters from prominent figures such as Vice Admiral William Sowden Sims and General John J. Pershing. These early pages set a solemn tone, reflecting on the role of women in supporting the war effort and recognizing the valor of those who serve. The introduction outlines the mission of the Militia of Mercy and conveys the urgency of the struggle for freedom and justice during a tumultuous time. It captures the sentiment of unity among allied nations and invites readers into a narrative that celebrates human resilience in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aWorld War, 1914-1918  aGift books  aWorld War, 1914-1918 -- Gift books40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3227  c45298d45298