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Tag: Clara Barton

Clara Barton founds Red Cross on this day in 1881

On May 21, 2011May 21, 2011 By Lois RoelofsIn nurse, RNLeave a comment

She was a nurse without credentials. On this day in 1881, Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross. When Clara was only 10, her brother David fell off the roof of the family barn. At first, he seemed fine, but the next day he developed a headache and fever. The doctor diagnosed "too much blood" …

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