Armistice

The end of World War I with the signing of the Armistice was cause for much celebration. The Sisters of Mercy across the world joined together in prayers of thanksgiving and mercy.   Click on the images below to view historical records of the Sisters of Mercy during World War I:        

Those Left Behind

During World War I the Sisters of Mercy cared for both the injured soldiers, and those left behind. Sisters of Mercy in Great Britain noted in their annals the fear and disruption zeppelin raids had on their students in school. School registers of the sisters in Great Britain also noted the growth of separated families. The…

In the Convent

Even far from the front lines of battle, the Sisters of Mercy who remained behind in their convents felt the effects of the war. In their annals, the Sisters of Mercy in Ireland note they hosted visiting soldiers passing through. They also came under ration with the rest of the country, and had difficulty feeding…

From the Front

While the battles of World War I raged across Europe, Sisters of Mercy on the home front slowly received news from their loved ones and former students. Many men felt supported by the attentions, thoughts, and prayers of their beloved sisters. Click on the images below to view historical records of the Sisters of Mercy…

The War Effort

During World War I, civilians around the world felt called to contribute to “the war effort”, in order to support their country with as many resources as possible. The Sisters of Mercy felt no different; across the United States the sisters raised money in their schools, purchased Liberty bonds, and worked with the Red Cross….

Sister Nurses

The Sisters of Mercy across the globe had established themselves in the healthcare field since their beginnings in Dublin, Ireland. When World War I broke out, the Sisters’ skills in their hospital work was much needed as the battles took their toll. In Great Britain, the Sisters of Mercy served wounded soldiers in their hospital…