Profiles the life and accomplishments of Clara Barton, a teacher who organized efforts to bring nursing care to wounded soldiers during the Civil War and who went on to become the founder of the American Red Cross.

"Clara Barton was a humanitarian whose career went from teaching to nursing in the Civil War and then starting the American Red Cross. Historical photographs and a progressive timeline depict major points in her life. A table of contents, glossary, further resources, and an index are included"-- Provided by publisher.

"Clara Barton was known for founding the American Red Cross, but what about before that? Find out what happened when Barton was younger, and what she did that made her famous later on."-- Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the life of the nurse who served on the battlefields of the Civil War and later founded the American Red Cross.