Three pins all bearing the symbol of the National League for Woman's Service. The emblem of the NLWS includes a shield in the center, similar to that found on currency of the day. The shield is surrounded by a ring which bears the full name of the NLWS. Perched atop the ring is an eagle with outstretched wings. A small decorative point hangs from the bottom of the ring. Two of the pins are backed with red, white, and blue ribbon that matches the ceremonial bars present on many military uniforms. The NLWS was a volunteer organization based in the U.S. that became a valuable resource during WWI. The members of this group were sometimes part of the Motor Corps, which supplied drivers for things like ambulances and military supply trucks. With the ever growing transportation network of the NLWS the military became more efficient at moving troops and in the event of massive industrial accidents, the NLWS would provide the ambulances needed to save lives. Any woman wearing this pin, in or out of uniform, was considered to be acting on the behalf of the NLWS. This league was the only option for women looking for a way to contribute to the war effort. Furthermore, the League provided women with the education necessary to keep traditionally male dominated services like telegraph and elevator operation running when the men went to war. Pins were owned by Sallie Munford Talbot, a Richmond woman who made the silk flag which flew over the Virginia Capitol until it was seized by Union Troops. Transferred from the William Booth Taliaferro Papers. Located in Dec Obj S2 SS2, Box 3. Mss 65T15.B1-B3