The Commission for Relief in Belgium (CRB) was established during World War I to provide humanitarian assistance to the starving population of Belgium, which was occupied by German forces. Headed by Herbert Hoover, the CRB became the first significant effort to ensure civilian relief in wartime. Following Belgium's refusal to allow German troop passage, the nation faced brutal occupation, leading to widespread destruction and hunger. The CRB coordinated international aid to address the critical food shortages, setting a precedent for future humanitarian interventions in wartime scenarios.
The Commission for Relief in Belgium (CRB), headed by Herbert Hoover, marked the first organized modern effort to alleviate civilian suffering during wartime.
The CRB represented an attempt to address the humanitarian crisis created by the German occupation of Belgium, which left the civilian population in dire need.
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