Clara Barton National Historic Site, Maryland

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Creator United States. National Park Service
LoC No. 80607838
Title Clara Barton National Historic Site, Maryland
Series Title National park handbook; 110
Note Reading ease score: 61.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Clara Barton National Historic Site, Maryland" is a historical account produced by the National Park Service in the late 20th century. The work explores the life and achievements of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, while serving as a guide to the historic site dedicated to her legacy. The book comprises a chronology of Barton's life, a biographical essay, and a guide to significant sites connected to her work and impact on humanitarian efforts. The opening of the handbook introduces Clara Barton's National Historic Site in Glen Echo, Maryland, outlining its purpose as both a memorial to Barton and a center for understanding her contributions as a humanitarian leader. It details how her home and headquarters served the dual role of personal living space and administrative office, emphasizing Barton's intertwined existence with her organization. Furthermore, it highlights the narrative structure of the book, indicating that it encompasses a chronology of her life events, coupled with insights into her personality and historical significance, ultimately inviting readers to appreciate her remarkable journey and the founding principles of the Red Cross. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Barton, Clara, 1821-1912
Subject Clara Barton National Historic Site (Md.)
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EBook-No. 52524
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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