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Historical portrait of Jesse O. Thomas.
Archives, History

Black History Month: Honoring Jesse O. Thomas

by American Red Cross February 6, 2022February 4, 2022

This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Jesse O. Thomas, an educator who paved the way for the future …

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A historical portrait of Mary McLeod Bethune.
Archives, History

Black History Month: Honoring Mary McLeod Bethune

by American Red Cross February 3, 2022February 3, 2022

This Black History Month, we are honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Mary McLeod Bethune, whose dedication to academics and equality helped expand …

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A historical photo of Frances Reed Elliott Davis.
Archives, History

Black History Month: Honoring Frances Reed Elliott Davis

by American Red Cross February 1, 2022February 1, 2022

This Black History Month, we’re honoring Black men and women whose contributions were essential to our history. Meet Frances Reed Elliott Davis whose passion for nursing and helping communities led …

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Archives, Clara Barton, History

Fun Facts About Clara Barton: Get inspired to Lead Like Her

by Beth Pullias, Red Cross Social Media Team December 1, 2021December 2, 2021

Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, has played a pivotal role in U.S. history. From establishing the first free public school in Bordentown, New Jersey to helping wounded …

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The volunteer group standing together.
Archives, International

Vietnamese Youth Volunteers Reconnect 44 Years Later at the Red Cross

by American Red Cross November 18, 2019November 19, 2019

From 1962 to 1975, youth volunteers with the Vietnam Red Cross served together to help injured people in need during the Vietnam War. After the war, the volunteers were forced …

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An oil painting of Clara Barton, the American Red Cross founder.
Archives, Clara Barton, Red Cross Life

Celebrating 138 Years of Service

by Gail McGovern, President and CEO of the American Red Cross May 21, 2019November 30, 2021

On May 21, 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. Since that day, we’ve worked to embody Clara’s passion and dedication for helping people in their darkest hour in …

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Archives, History, Volunteers

Mary M.A. Weiss: A Fearless Red Cross Nurse

by Nicholas Lemesh May 9, 2019May 9, 2019

Mary M. A. Weiss, a New York resident, was a fearless woman who twice braved the dangers of World War I as a Red Cross nurse. Weiss documented her experiences …

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The American Memorial by Les Wilson.
Archives, International

Remembering Red Cross Service at Scotland WWI Memorial

by Susan Watson, Red Cross Archivist and Manager of Historical Programs June 7, 2018June 8, 2018

  On May 4, Islay, Scotland commemorated the 100th anniversary of the island’s role in World War I.  The first event was a moving commemoration on a cold, windy cliff—the …

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Women's Red Cross uniforms displayed in the Coral Gables Museum exhibit in South Florida.
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American Red Cross: A History of Serving the Community in South Florida

by Susan Watson May 22, 2018May 24, 2018

Coral Gables Museum Exhibit: Feb. 2 to May 27, 2018 In February of 2018, the Coral Gables Museum in Coral Gables, Florida opened the exhibit 100 Years of Humanitarian Partnership: …

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Archives, Military Support

A History of Service: The American Red Cross During World War I

by Susan Watson April 10, 2017June 15, 2017

When the United States officially entered the Great War on April 6, 1917, it had been raging in Europe since the summer of 1914. Bound by its government charter to …

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