Friends' Ambulance Unit
Friends' Ambulance Unit
Friends' Ambulance Unit (FAU) was a volunteer ambulance service, founded by individual members of the British Quakers, in line with their Peace Testimony. The FAU operated from 1914–1919, 1939–1946 and 1946–1959 in 25 different countries around the world.
Pronunciation
Friends' Ambulance Unit: /ˈfɹɛndz ˈæmbjələns ˈjuːnɪt/
Etymology
The term "Friends' Ambulance Unit" is derived from the Religious Society of Friends, commonly known as Quakers, who founded the unit. The word "ambulance" comes from the Latin "ambulare", meaning "to walk", reflecting the unit's initial purpose of transporting injured individuals. The term "unit" signifies a single complete entity or a group working together.
History
The FAU was first established during World War I by a group of Quakers who wanted to contribute to the war effort but could not reconcile with the idea of military service. The unit provided ambulance services for the wounded on both sides of the conflict, adhering to the Quaker principle of equality and peace.
During World War II, the FAU was re-established, providing similar services. Post-war, the FAU continued to operate, providing medical aid in various conflict and disaster-stricken areas around the world.
Related Terms
- Religious Society of Friends: The religious group, also known as Quakers, who founded the Friends' Ambulance Unit.
- World War I: The global conflict during which the FAU was first established.
- World War II: The global conflict during which the FAU was re-established.
- Peace Testimony: A key Quaker belief in pacifism, which influenced the establishment of the FAU.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Friends' Ambulance Unit
- Wikipedia's article - Friends' Ambulance Unit
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