Jennifer Hobhouse Balme Knihy

In the Anglo-Boer War (1899-1902) Emily Hobhouse championed the cause of the women and children herded into camps by Kitchener's army. Despite this setback, Emily continued in her mission to relieve the suffering caused by war, working tirelessly for the release of civilian prisoners and to secure better food for Belgium.

Emily Hobhouse was a pioneering humanitarian and advocate for women's rights in the early twentieth century. Known for her courage and commitment, she fought for the rights of South African women and children placed in concentration camps during the Boer War. Her activism led to her deportation from Cape Town, highlighting her dedication to social justice despite facing significant personal risks. Hobhouse's legacy as a feminist and pacifist continues to resonate, showcasing her relentless pursuit of humanitarian causes.

Emily Hobhouse was a pioneering humanitarian, feminist, and pacifist whose life spanned significant historical events, including the Boer War. Known for her advocacy for South African women and children in concentration camps, she faced deportation and legal challenges. After her father's death, she expanded her horizons in the U.S. and later South Africa, where she initiated home industries for girls and established feeding schemes for impoverished children post-war. The book outlines her impactful life, featuring new material, correspondence, and records related to her humanitarian efforts.

In 1918, despite her health challenges, Emily Hobhouse dedicated herself to alleviating the suffering of war-affected children in Europe, particularly in Leipzig, Germany. Supported by the Save the Children Fund and South Africans she had previously aided, she organized meal programs for thousands. In gratitude, South Africans funded a house in Cornwall for her to write. Her legacy of service and determination is honored by her ashes interred in a South African War Memorial, reflecting her lifelong commitment to helping others.