Before AFS was a global exchange organization, it was a volunteer ambulance corps on the front lines of World War I.
Whether you are a longtime AFS history fan or new to our founding story, we invite you to watch this fascinating virtual presentation with University of Pennsylvania Lecturer Lisa Ann Britton. Watch the recording as Lisa Ann Britton shares her latest research into the lives, sacrifices, and courage of the young AFS ambulance drivers in France.
In this session, you can rediscover the AFS story through the artifacts and first-hand accounts that inspired a dedicated Global Seminar at the University of Pennsylvania. Professor Britton offered a sneak preview of an upcoming international artistic project honoring our legacy in France, illustrating how these young volunteers were swept up in global events while striving to serve a greater good. Ultimately, this presentation bridges the gap across a century—connecting the experiences of our WWI founders to the mission of young AFSers today.
Event Highlights:
- A deep dive into the WWI history of AFS
- Never-before-shared insights into the lives (and deaths) of WWI Ambulance Drivers
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