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Clarissa Harlowe Barton
d.Apr 12 1912 Glen Echo, Maryland
  1. Clarissa Harlowe Barton1821 - 1912
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Name Clarissa Harlowe Barton
Gender Female
Birth? Dec 25 1821 Oxford, Worcester, Massachusetts, United States
Death? Apr 12 1912 Glen Echo, Maryland


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Clarissa Harlowe "Clara" Barton (December 25, 1821 – April 12, 1912) was a pioneer American teacher, patent clerk, nurse, and humanitarian. At a time when relatively few women worked outside the home, Barton built a career helping others. One of her greatest accomplishments was founding the American Red Cross. This organization helps victims of war and disasters.

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