Clara Barton Biography
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.
The women who went to the field, you say,
The women who went to the field; and pray
What did they go for? Just to be in the way!-
They'd not know the difference betwixt work and play,
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