Photograph taken inside The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) tent at Bunker Hill, Illinois following the 1948 tornado. Brigadier John Kelly is seen handing a box of canned goods to a woman. Men and another woman can be seen behind them. Tables filled with boxes and food supplies line the edges of the tent.
Acquisition
Accession
2026.1
Source or Donor
Central Territory Museum - Found in Collection
Acquisition Method
Found in Collection
Credit Line
Central Territory Museum Collection
Made/Created
Date made
Mar 24, 1948 - Mar 24, 1948
Place
City
Bunker Hill
County
Macoupin County
State/Province
Illinois
Country
United States of America
Continent
North America
Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
Label
Location
back of photo
Transcription
3-24-48 - Bunker Hill, Ill. - Brigadier John Kelly gives box of food to victim of tornado. Four tents used in distributing food, clothing, and bedding.
Language
English
Material/Technique
Label, Typed
Notes
Label is taped on; tape is very yellow but still adhered
