THE AMERICAN RED CROSS ASSOCIATION The American Red Cross Association was founded in Washington DC in 1881, by Clara Barton. She was known as the “Angel of the Battlefield” because her heart’s desire was to aid servicemen that were combating in the Civil War. President Abraham Lincoln created the United States Sanitary Commission to help cope with diseases that swept through the Union Army. Clara Barton often traveled to Europe to rest after forming the …showed first 75 words of 1104 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1104 total…the center of hope to the hopelessness in past, present, and future generations of this entire nation.   ABSTRACT This paper will discuss The American Red Cross of Association and its positive affect on our society. We will describe the history, milestones that have been overcome, and the major role that the Red Cross presents in our every day lives. This paper will also cover the training of volunteers and their adaptation to today’s needs.