Preparedness Movement — The Preparedness Movement was a campaign led by Leonard Wood and Theodore Roosevelt to strengthen the military of the United States after the outbreak of World War I. Roosevelt wrote two books, America and the World War , and Fear God and Take… … Wikipedia
Preparedness Movement — Pre World War I campaign to increase U.S. military capabilities and convince the public of the need for U.S. involvement in a future European conflict. Leaders such as Theodore Roosevelt and Gen. Leonard Wood sought to persuade Pres. Woodrow… … Universalium
Preparedness — refers to the state of being prepared for specific or unpredictable events or situations. Preparedness is an important quality in achieving goals and in avoiding and mitigating negative outcomes. It is a major phase of emergency management, and… … Wikipedia
movement — /moohv meuhnt/, n. 1. the act, process, or result of moving. 2. a particular manner or style of moving. 3. Usually, movements. actions or activities, as of a person or a body of persons. 4. Mil., Naval. a change of position or location of troops… … Universalium
Preparedness Day Bombing — The Preparedness Day Bombing was a bombing in San Francisco, California on July 22, 1916 when the city held a parade in honor of Preparedness Day, in anticipation of entering World War I. During the parade a suitcase bomb was detonated, killing… … Wikipedia
Movement for unification of Romania and Moldova — [ Romanian Moldovan state as advocated by the Unionist Movement.] A movement for the unification of Romania and Moldova began in both countries after the 1989 Romanian Revolution and the glasnost policy in the Soviet Union. Individuals who are… … Wikipedia
Preparedness controversy — The Preparedness controversy was a brief frenzy of great public concern in the United States over the state of preparation of the United States military.President Woodrow Wilson at the time originally opposed the movement. By 1915 1916,… … Wikipedia
Emblems of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement — The emblems of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, under the Geneva Conventions, are to be placed on humanitarian and medical vehicles and buildings to protect them from military attack on the battlefield. There are four such… … Wikipedia
Disaster Preparedness and Response Team — The Disaster Preparedness and Response Team is a non governmental organisation (NGO) established in Pakistan in November 2005 following the Pakistan Quake. However it was not registered as a voluntary agency until 2006[1]. It is composed of… … Wikipedia
International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement — Red Cross redirects here. For other uses, see Red Cross (disambiguation). Ibrahim Foundation The Red Cross and Red Crescent emblems, the symbols from which the movement derives its name. Founded 1863 Location Gen … Wikipedia
