Clara Barton and the American Red Cross

Clara Barton, a pioneering figure in American history, founded the American Red Cross. Born in 1821, she began her career as a teacher before working at the U.S. Patent Office. During the Civil War, she provided nursing care and supplies to soldiers, earning the nickname 'Angel of the Battlefield.' After learning about the Red Cross in Europe, she brought the movement to America, founding the American Red Cross in 1881. Her efforts led to the U.S. ratifying the Geneva Conventions. Clara's legacy continues through the humanitarian work of the Red Cross.

What was Clara Barton's profession before she moved to Washington DC?

• Scientist

• Lawyer

• Teacher

• Nurse

What nickname did Clara Barton earn during the Civil War?

• Guardian of the Wounded

• Mother of Mercy

• Angel of the Battlefield

• Lady of the Lamp

Where did Clara Barton learn about the Red Cross movement?

• Germany

• Switzerland

• France

• Italy

What war did Clara Barton provide civilian relief during while in Europe?

• World War I

• Crimean War

• Franco-Prussian War

• Napoleonic Wars

In what year was the American Red Cross founded?

• 1871

• 1901

• 1881

• 1891

What significant international agreement did the U.S. ratify in 1882?

• Hague Convention

• Geneva Conventions

• Paris Agreement

• Treaty of Versailles

How long did Clara Barton serve as the president of the American Red Cross?

• 15 years

• 20 years

• 23 years

• 25 years

At what age did Clara Barton retire from the American Red Cross?

• 83

• 80

• 75

• 70

Where did Clara Barton pass away?

• Washington, DC

• Glenn Echo, MD

• Boston, MA

• New York, NY

What is the lasting impact of Clara Barton's work with the Red Cross?

• Establishment of hospitals worldwide

• Creation of international peace treaties

• Ongoing humanitarian aid and disaster relief

• Development of medical technology