Vintage YWCA Girl Reserves GR Pin - Pre-1950

Description

Vintage YWCA Girl Reserves GR Pin
DESCRIPTION
This nice old pin is silver tone metal with blue enamel and measures approximately 9/16" tall. It has a working pin and clasp, is stamped OFFICIAL on the back and is in good vintage condition with expected tarnish/patina.
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The most popular and successful YWCA club program was the Girl Reserves, begun in 1918 to foster patriotic war work. After the war, the Reserves grew exponentially, with thousands of Portland junior high and high school girls joining in the 1920s and 1930s. The club system, including the Reserves, was the main way in which the YWCA
accommodated the needs of women and girls of color. African-American, Japanese, and Chinese girls organized themselves into Reserves, often finding a sponsor among women in their churches or schools to guide and encourage them. In 1950, The Girl Reserves changed its name to Y-Teens.
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