Red Cross Reminder For Christmas Gifts During Wartime

During the war's third Christmas, evacuee children in England dream of a festive season, wondering if American aid includes Santa Claus. In the U.S., thousands of Red Cross members and schoolchildren work tirelessly to prepare 100,000 Christmas gift boxes for British children. These efforts remain a secret joy for those in bomb-scarred England, as Santa prepares to deliver gifts overseas.

Describe the role of volunteer schoolchildren in Jersey City as mentioned in the text.

What is the overall message conveyed about Christmas during the war in the text?