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Clara Barton, History

A Unique Piece of History: Clara Barton’s Trunk Bed

by Sarah Layton December 6, 2021December 6, 2021

Clara Barton’s inspiration for starting the American Red Cross was cultivated while caring for the sick and wounded on Civil War battlefields. As a unique artifact from her time, her …

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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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Clara Barton, History

Red Cross Women Paving the Way Throughout History

by Jackie Walters, NHQ Red Cross Volunteer, Historical Programs and Service to the Armed Forces April 30, 2021November 30, 2021

Voluntary service is the heart of the Red Cross, and many volunteers began their service during armed conflict. As we celebrate National Volunteer Month, we pay tribute to the Red …

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An oil painting of Clara Barton, the American Red Cross founder.
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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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Cutout Clara standing with a Red Cross and a toy emergency response vehicle.
Clara Barton, History, Volunteers

March is Red Cross Month: Meet Cutout Clara

by American Red Cross March 2, 2018October 25, 2021

It’s Red Cross Month! Every March, the American Red Cross celebrates Red Cross Month to honor the more than 300,000 volunteers who help us fulfill our mission across the country, …

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Your Top Clara Barton Questions, Answered

by American Red Cross March 7, 2017October 25, 2021

Throughout the year, the Red Cross social media team fields a number of questions about our fearless founder, Clara Barton. While there are many places online (and in libraries) to …

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Clara Barton, History

The Spirit of Clara Barton Lives On

by Beth Pullias October 30, 2016October 25, 2021

Our fearless founder Clara Barton had an incredible heart for people, working tirelessly to help those affected by conflict and disasters. After her death, people have continued to encounter her …

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Red Cross Clara Barton Missing Soldiers Office sign
Clara Barton, History

Clara Barton Started the Red Cross. But What Came Before?

by Sarah Layton October 6, 2016October 25, 2021

Thomas Edison and the light bulb. The Wright brothers and flying. Clara Barton and the American Red Cross. We know the stories, and we happily live in the epilogue. But …

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Clara Barton, History

13 Reasons Why Clara Barton Should Be on #TheNew10

by Beth Pullias July 17, 2015October 25, 2021

As many of you have heard, the U.S. Department of the Treasury is redesigning the ten dollar bill. In their search, they’re looking for a notable woman to put on …

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Clara Barton, Fun, Volunteers

@ClaraBarton, Is That You? Envisioning Our Founder’s First Tweets

by Beth Pullias March 19, 2015November 30, 2021

In honor of March is Red Cross Month, we decided to show our founder, Clara Barton, how to tweet and celebrate with us. Like most who first start out on …

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