Stephen and Sarah Barton. Her father was a prosperous businessman and community leader who served in the Indian wars and used to amuse Clara with war stories. Clara was mainly educated at home by her older sibling, she was the youngest of five children, and she was very shy. When Clara was 11 years old, her brother got injured and required medical attention at home, so Clara nursed him for 2 years, and that is how she became interested in the nursing field. She actually was sent by her father to…
and programs. One cannot talk about the American Red Cross without also paying homage to the woman who started it all. A nurse named Clara Barton and some colleagues established the organization in Washington, D.C. on May 21, 1881 after seeing the need for an organization that would assist those going through hard times due to war or natural disasters. When Clara visited Europe after the American Civil War was over, she…
Carter Husmann Mr. Clay Modern US History 14 October 2015 Clara Barton “I may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and feed and nurse them.”(Barton) These words were said by…. Clara Barton, was a nurse in the Civil War and the founder of the American Red Cross. She was known as the "angel of the battlefield" for her volunteer efforts during the Civil War. Her life was dedicated to her work. When the Civil War broke out, she…
Have you ever wondered what Anson Jones life was like and why he mattered to texas and Texas History?Well today in this essay you are going to learn why he mattered to Texas and Texas History and what his life was like. Anson Jones was born on January 20,1798 in Great Barrington ,Massachusetts.His mom and dad was Sarah and Solomon Jones.He was the youngest child of 13 children.Anson’s mom died when he was 18 years old.Anson’s Father was a saddler.Anson assisted his dad while working on his…
American Red Cross Origin and Purpose In 1863, Switzerland adopted the International Red Cross (cite here). Going off of that idea, Clara Barton, a military nurse, founded the American Red Cross (ARC),originally named The American Association of the Red Cross, in 1881. Barton wanted to set the organization up to assist with military families and warriors of the Civil War. ARC is a nonprofit, tax-exempt, charitable organization (learning to give). ARC contributes 84.7% of their donations and…
332). Since Walpole never wrote another novel, his authorial reputation remains squarely centred on this problem that his handling of supernatural subject matter – such as falling helmet heads and walking portraits – is somewhat crudely handled. Even Clara Reeve and Scott, notable enthusiasts of Walpole’s work, had to confess that ‘clunky, overuse’ of supernatural horror had a diminishing effect (Napier 79), whereby the reader eventually becomes, just like Manfred, ‘almost hardened to…
history; her devotion and humanitarianism paved way for many others. Clara Barton, born December 25, 1821 in Oxford, Massachusetts, spent most of her life helping others. She became one of few female teachers during a time when the profession was heavily male dominated. Barton also worked for the federal government and provided supplies and personal support to soldiers during the Civil War. In addition to these accomplishments, Clara Barton is particularly known for founding The American Red…
to Category 4 force winds, rain and storm surge to communities across the Southeast. U.S. officials reported damage of at least $10 billion, making Matthew the costliest hurricane since Sandy in 2012. In North Carolina and South Carolina, swollen rivers transformed thoroughfares into canals and homes into sodden islands, in some cases with only the roof or the windows peeking above the water. American Red Cross quickly responded to this natural disaster by giving assistance to the areas and…
Kathryn (Kitty) Hach-Darrow was a chemist, entrepreneur and philanthropist born on October 20, 1922. She grew up during the great depression. She lived on a farm with her family due, which would later help her afford to go to college. She attended Christian college (currently known as Columbia) for a brief time, and later she transferred to Iowa State with the purpose of becoming a home-economics teacher. During her time in college she was often inspired by Nellie Taylor, who was a chemist that…
1. A basic biography (100 words - 111) Shirley Colleen Smith, more commonly known as ‘Mum Shirl’ was born on the 22 November 1924, she was a Wiradjuri woman born in West Cowra, New South Wales. Mum Shirl was a prominent aboriginal activist devoted to the wellbeing of Aboriginal Australians. She was a founding member of many services including the Aboriginal Legal and Medical Services. In her lifetime she also visited countless Aboriginal prisoners in jail and raised 60 foster children. For her…