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Wingfield House Red Cross Hospital, WW1
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Wingfield House Red Cross Hospital, WW1
Wingfield House Red Cross Hospital, the seat of Sir Vincent and Lady Caillard, which had operated as a military hospital since October 1914 commencing with seventeen beds and increasing to accommodate forty. Lady Caillard (pictured left) acted as commandant and was assisted by her only daughter. Over four hundred patients had passed through between it opening until this picture was published in The Tatler in January 1918. Sir Vincent Caillard was formerly in the Sappers and was a director of Vickers Ltd. Date: 1918
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Wingfield House Red Cross Hospital: A Haven of Healing During World War I This evocative photograph captures the serene facade of Wingfield House, a country home that served as a military hospital during the First World War. The seat of Sir Vincent and Lady Caillard, this elegant residence had been converted into a medical facility since October 1914, initially accommodating seventeen patients and expanding to care for forty. Lady Caillard, pictured left, assumed the role of commandant, demonstrating her unwavering dedication to the welfare of the wounded soldiers. Her only daughter provided invaluable assistance, as they both oversaw the care of over four hundred patients who passed through the hospital between its opening and the time this image was published in The Tatler in January 1918. Sir Vincent Caillard, a former Sapper and a director of Vickers Ltd., stood proudly behind the scenes, providing support and resources for the hospital's operation. The transformation of their home into a medical facility was a testament to their commitment to serving their country during the Great War. The Wingfield House Red Cross Hospital stands as a poignant reminder of the resilience and compassion shown by individuals during times of conflict. This historical photograph encapsulates the spirit of care and healing that took place within its walls, offering a glimpse into the past and the sacrifices made for the greater good.
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