Queen Marie of Romania was beloved by her people. As Queen consort from 1914 to 1927, she provided courageous support during World War I by visiting wounded soldiers in hospitals daily and caring for their needs. When the capital was occupied, Queen Marie withdrew to Moldova and fought shortages and disease epidemics by visiting hospitals without fear and giving gifts to patients. Her direct involvement in caring for the sick, wounded, and those in need, especially Romanian soldiers, became a defining part of her life, as she sought to comfort all who suffered.