"A Story of the Red Cross; Glimpses of Field Work" by Clara Barton is a chronicle of the American Red Cross's early operations, told through the eyes of its founder. The book illuminates the organization's origins and purpose, emphasizing its crucial role in providing aid following devastating natural disasters and humanitarian emergencies. Barton recounts her personal experiences and the evolution of the Red Cross over a quarter-century, showcasing the organization's unwavering commitment to serving communities in need, driven by selfless compassion and a spirit of unity, without seeking accolades for its impactful work.
A Story of the Red Cross; Glimpses of Field Work
By Clara Barton
Witness the birth of humanitarian aid as the American Red Cross bravely confronts disasters, offering hope and relief to those caught in the wake of devastation.
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About the AuthorClarissa Harlowe Barton was an American nurse who founded the American Red Cross. She was a hospital nurse in the American Civil War, a teacher, and a patent clerk. Since nursing education was not then very formalized and she did not attend nursing school, she provided self-taught nursing care. Barton is noteworthy for doing humanitarian work and civil rights advocacy at a time before women had the right to vote. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1973.
Clarissa Harlowe Barton was an American nurse who founded the American Red Cross. She was a hospital nurse in the American Civil War, a teacher, and a patent clerk. Since nursing education was not then very formalized and she did not attend nursing school, she provided self-taught nursing care. Barton is noteworthy for doing humanitarian work and civil rights advocacy at a time before women had the right to vote. She was inducted into the National Women's Hall of Fame in 1973.
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