05 December 2011

Trivia - but not Trivial

Based on her Civil War experience, who established the Red Cross?
1. Clara Barton
2. Florence Nightingale
3. Margaret Sanger
4. Elizabeth Ann Seton

Of course, the answer is 1. Clara Barton.

Clara Barton was a crucial mover-and-shaker during the disaster relief efforts after the "Sea Island Hurricane" of 1893. For an overview of the resources available on her life, take a peek at the list of "Recommended Reading" material on her within the "Local Notables" series.

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