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Summary
Summary
Known as the 'Angel of the Battlefield' for her efforts during the American Civil War, Clara Barton is remembered today as a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. By the end of the 19th century, she was one of the most highly regarded American women on the planet, having brought relief to those suffering in wars and disasters the world over. Frightened as a child, insecure as an adult, and perpetually worried about her image, Barton was a thoroughly modern hero, beset by difficulties, including those of her own making. In ""Clara Barton: Humanitarian"", read about this brave nurse and founder of the American Red Cross.
Author Notes
Samuel Willard Crompton is the author or editor of more than 40 books, including the Chelsea House titles Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu in the Modern Peacemakers set. He is also a major contributor to the 24-volume American National Biography.
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Excerpts
Known as theAngel of the Battlefieldfor her efforts during the American Civil War, Clara Barton is remembered today as a pioneering nurse and humanitarian. By the end of the 19th century, she was one of the most highly regarded American women on the planet, having brought relief to those suffering in wars and disasters the world over. Frightened as a child, insecure as an adult, and perpetually worried about her image, Barton was a thoroughly modern hero beset by difficulties, including those of her own making. InClara Barton: Humanitarian, read about this brave nurse and founder of the American Red Cross. Excerpted from Clara Barton by Samuel Williard Crompton All rights reserved by the original copyright owners. Excerpts are provided for display purposes only and may not be reproduced, reprinted or distributed without the written permission of the publisher.Table of Contents
| 1 The Blood of Antietam | p. 7 |
| 2 Nothing But Fear | p. 14 |
| 3 A Man's World | p. 24 |
| 4 Follow the Cannon | p. 34 |
| 5 Gunpowder Blue | p. 43 |
| 6 A New Nation | p. 54 |
| 7 Red on White | p. 64 |
| 8 To the Rescue | p. 74 |
| 9 Working Overseas | p. 87 |
| 10 Last Battles | p. 97 |
| Chronology | p. 106 |
| Notes | p. 108 |
| Bibliography | p. 110 |
| Further Resources | p. 111 |
| Picture Credits | p. 112 |
| Index | p. 113 |
| About the Author | p. 116 |
