Clara Barton & The Red Cross
Civics & Coffee: A History Podcast
02/03/24
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Known as the founder of the American Red Cross, Clara Barton lived several lifetimes in her 90 years on earth. She was a nurse, abolitionist, and activist, always challenging norms and pushing the envelope.
Join me this week as I dive into the history of Clara Barton.
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