This photograph shows the secretaries who attended the 13th War Work Conference, hosted by the International YMCA College, now known as Springfield College, from September 4-30, 1918. They are standing on the steps of Marsh Memorial and are all holding up a small book or pamphlet. The War Work Group was formed to further and enlarge the present work of the Army and Navy department in meeting the needs of the enlisted men. Springfield College was chosen as one of the training agencies to prepare and equip men for this special task which was headed by Arthur Rudman. Written at the bottom of the photograph is, "13th War Work Group, Sept. 1918".
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