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Episode 260: Hoes of History: Clara Barton
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Clara Barton was an educator and nurse who assisted soldiers during the American Civil War. She became the founder of the American Red Cross in 1881.
She's a remarkable woman whose unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes forever changed the landscape of healthcare, disaster relief, and women's rights in 19th-century America.
Clara Barton, known as the "Angel of the Battlefield," is renowned for her pioneering work during the American Civil War. As a nurse, she risked her life to provide medical aid and comfort to wounded soldiers on the front lines. Her tireless efforts to tend to the wounded and dying earned her the respect and admiration of soldiers and commanders alike.
But Clara's contributions extended far beyond the battlefield. As we uncover the layers of her life, we'll learn about her tireless work to identify and mark the graves of thousands of Union soldiers, providing solace to grieving families. Her relentless pursuit of missing soldiers and her role in establishing the American Red Cross showcase her lifelong commitment to humanitarian causes.
Her life is a testament to the impact one person can make in times of crisis and hardship.
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Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com
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Manage episode 380236344 series 2505647
Clara Barton was an educator and nurse who assisted soldiers during the American Civil War. She became the founder of the American Red Cross in 1881.
She's a remarkable woman whose unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes forever changed the landscape of healthcare, disaster relief, and women's rights in 19th-century America.
Clara Barton, known as the "Angel of the Battlefield," is renowned for her pioneering work during the American Civil War. As a nurse, she risked her life to provide medical aid and comfort to wounded soldiers on the front lines. Her tireless efforts to tend to the wounded and dying earned her the respect and admiration of soldiers and commanders alike.
But Clara's contributions extended far beyond the battlefield. As we uncover the layers of her life, we'll learn about her tireless work to identify and mark the graves of thousands of Union soldiers, providing solace to grieving families. Her relentless pursuit of missing soldiers and her role in establishing the American Red Cross showcase her lifelong commitment to humanitarian causes.
Her life is a testament to the impact one person can make in times of crisis and hardship.
Get your Homance apparel: nicolebonneville.etsy.com
Follow us on IG: @homance_chronicles
Connect with us: linktr.ee/homance
Send us a Hoe of History request: homancepodcast@gmail.com
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