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Rise of the American Red Cross Highlights 1881 Origin and Mission
The document outlines the Red Cross founding in 1881 by presidential proclamation and its roles across disaster relief of 1 000 catastrophes in 40 years. It notes veterans aid, first aid certification, lifeguard training, public health nursing, home hygiene, nutrition, junior Red Cross, insular and foreign work, and 110 000 volunteers. Chief Justice Hughes lauds the organization as a united voluntary mercy effort of the American people.
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American Red Cross
National Relief Agency
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Johnstown
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Red Cross
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United Voluntary Effort