Great War Voluntary Aid Detachment Guide (under construction)
NOTE! Though cosmetics were available in the war years, VADs were expressly forbidden from wearing make-up or perfume for both moral and hygienic reasons. VADs were subject both to Red Cross regulations and Military Law and must remove any nail polish prior to an event.
Obviously modern and anachronistic hair colors and styles must be avoided or concealed.
VADs may not wear any jewelry except a wedding ring or band. Modern wrist-watches are not permitted. Cell phones must be hidden at all times and kept on silent (or turned off). We understand many people use their cell phones to take pictures, but efforts should be made to keep these modern invasions discreet and infrequent, especially in the presence of the public.
Downloads:
Declaration of Loyalty (.pdf)
Terms of Service (.pdf)
Obviously modern and anachronistic hair colors and styles must be avoided or concealed.
VADs may not wear any jewelry except a wedding ring or band. Modern wrist-watches are not permitted. Cell phones must be hidden at all times and kept on silent (or turned off). We understand many people use their cell phones to take pictures, but efforts should be made to keep these modern invasions discreet and infrequent, especially in the presence of the public.
Downloads:
Declaration of Loyalty (.pdf)
Terms of Service (.pdf)