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  • The Red Cross in Peace and War

    by Clara Barton ...
    "The Red Cross in Peace and War" by Clara Barton is a compelling account of her experiences and the establishment of the American Red Cross. Barton, a pioneering nurse and humanitarian, details her tireless efforts to provide aid during times of conflict and disaster. The book highlights her dedication to the principles of the Red Cross, emphasizing the importance of compassion and service to ... Read more

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  • The Red Cross in Peace and War

    A Pioneering Account of Humanitarian Relief Efforts

    by Clara Barton ...
    In "The Red Cross in Peace and War," Clara Barton presents a pioneering narrative intertwining her personal experiences with the foundational history of the American Red Cross. The text is notable for its clear, direct prose, which reflects Barton's commitment to humanitarian ideals, while also integrating detailed accounts of wartime medical care and peacetime relief efforts. Set against the ... Read more

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  • The story of my childhood

    by Clara Barton ...
    Barton was the youngest of five children. In her memoir, she shares vivid memories of her upbringing in a tight-knit family, highlighting the guidance of her parents and siblings. She describes the trials and tribulations of her childhood, including her early experiences caring for her brother David when he fell seriously ill—an event that sparked her lifelong interest in nursing and caregiving. ... Read more

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  • Clara Barton's Public Address, 1881

    by Clara Barton ...
    The following public address, written in 1881, is inserted because of its historical character, showing as it does, quite as well as anything that could now be written, the general apathy in America concerning the treaty, and the many obstacles that had to be overcome by years of struggle and weary waiting.Clarissa Harlowe Barton (1821 – 1912) was an American nurse who founded the American Red ... Read more

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  • A Story of the Red Cross

    Glimpses of Field Work

    by Clara Barton ...
    Its work has been accomplished quietly and without ostentation. All the relief has been administered—not as charity—but as God-sent succor to our brothers and sisters who have been over... ... Read more

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  • The story of my childhood

    A Journey Through Compassion and Resilience in 19th-Century America

    by Clara Barton ...
    In 'The Story of My Childhood,' Clara Barton offers an evocative and deeply personal narrative that recounts her formative years, intertwining her experiences with the themes of resilience, compassion, and service. Written in a straightforward yet poignant literary style, this memoir reflects the values of 19th-century America, highlighting the importance of community and the role of women in ... Read more

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  • A Story of the Red Cross Glimpses of Field Work

    by Clara Barton ...
    "A Story of the Red Cross: Glimpses of Field Work" by Clara Barton offers a compelling insight into the humanitarian efforts of the Red Cross during times of crisis. Clara Barton, a pioneering nurse and founder of the American Red Cross, shares her firsthand experiences in the field, detailing the challenges and triumphs faced by volunteers. The narrative highlights the importance of compassion ... Read more

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  • The Story of My Childhood

    by Clara Barton ...
    "Clara Barton has written this short but very entertaining, narrative of her youth." - The Book News Monthly (1907)"This work is a valuable source." -American Heroes (2008)"Indispensable for an understanding of her character." - Notable American Women (1971)"In response to a request from a young admirer, Barton wrote a book about her early life, 'The Story of My Childhood." - Nursing's Greatest ... Read more

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  • The Red Cross in Peace and War

    by Clara Barton ...
    Clara Barton's "The Red Cross in Peace and War" serves as a profound exploration of humanitarianism, detailing the establishment and operations of the American Red Cross amid various conflicts and peacetime activities. Written in a direct and accessible prose style, it captures the urgency of her mission while intertwining poignant anecdotes that highlight the emotional weight of humanitarian ... Read more

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  • Clara Barton National Historic Site, Maryland

    by Clara Barton ...
    Clara Barton, humanitarian and founder of the American Red Cross, spent the last 15 years of her life in a house in Glen Echo, Maryland, now known as Clara Barton National Historic Site. Here her contributions to American life and her personal achievements are memorialized. Here you can see many of her personal effects and some of the awards given to her. Here, too, you can learn of the substance ... Read more

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  • Audiobook

    A Story of the Red Cross

    by Clara Barton ...
    Narrated by S. Patricia Bailey ...

    Unabridged

    4 hours 16 min

    Clara Barton was one of those diminutive New England women of the nineteenth century who was determined to make the world a better place. In 1881, she founded the American Red Cross to help the unfortunate victims of war and disaster, and served as its president from 1882 to 1904. The Red Cross of today stands as a living memorial to the lifelong efforts of this valiant lady.Here Miss Barton tells ... Read more

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    Also available as: eBook

    Also available as: eBook

  • The story of my childhood

    by Clara Barton ...
    Clara Barton was born on December 25, 1821, in Oxford, Massachusetts. She became a teacher, worked in the U.S. Patent Office, and was an independent nurse during the Civil War. While visiting Europe, she worked with a relief organization known as the International Red Cross and lobbied for an American branch when she returned home. The American Red Cross was founded in 1881, and Barton served as ... Read more

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