First World War Volunteer Letter | Helen Josephine Enright | From Vimy to Juno: Canadians Through Two World Wars | From Vimy to Juno: Canadians Through Two World Wars

Normally, people went to enlistment centres to volunteer for service. Since Nellie was in New York City when the First World War began, she wrote directly to the Minister of Defence to ensure her place in the Canadian Expeditionary Force. Her note is transcribed below the image.

Handwritten note, torn on the top right. — (Library and Archives Canada, R 112, Volume 30464, Item 40149.)

*The full note is transcribed.*

New York. Oct: 28/14.

Secretary Militia Council

Dear sir,

Enclosed please find present address. If calling nurses for duty with second contingent, I will be ready to go at any time.

Sincerely,

Nellie J. Enright

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