People: Babb, Nancy J. (Nancy Jones), 1884-1948 - Philadelphia Area Archives Search Results

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Extent:: 1.67 linear ft. (20 linear in.)
Abstract:: The National Circulating Library of Students' Peace Posters (NCLSPP) had the single goal of promoting peace through the graphic arts created by young people.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

Extent:: 0.21 linear ft. (1 box)
Abstract:: Nancy Babb (1884-1948) was a member of the Society of Friends who served as a field representative for the Red Cross and then as a relief worker in Russia from 1917 to the mid 1920s. On her return to the United States in 1928 Babb lectured about her work in Russia. Babb also volunteered for a number of various women's organizations, including the Women's International League for Peace and Freedom. Babb established the National Circulating Library of Student's Peace Posters, an organization that sponsored annual contests for children and young adults to create posters against war and on peace topics. The NCLSPP offered prizes and art school scholarships to winning posters.

Held at: Swarthmore College Peace Collection [Contact Us]

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