The Service Song Book: Abridged (1918) is a book compiled by the International Committee YMCA. It is a collection of songs that were popular during World War I and were sung by soldiers and civilians alike. The book contains both patriotic and religious songs, as well as songs that were meant to boost morale and provide comfort to those affected by the war. The songs are arranged by theme, including songs about home, love, and patriotism. The book also includes a brief introduction and a list of suggested uses for the songs. The Service Song Book: Abridged (1918) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the music and culture of World War I, as well as those interested in the history of the YMCA and its role in supporting the troops during the war.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.