From collection Benia Sawitski, Reconstruction Aide
Reconstruction work with soldiers
Two Reconstruction Aides work with soldiers on handcrafts meant to help steady hand tremors and occupy the mind. This was one early treatment for "shell shock" which focused on both physical and mental symptoms.
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1919
Fort Lee was redesignated to Fort Gregg-Adams in April 2023.
Courtesy of the U.S. Army Women's Museum
