American Red Cross1881 - Founded 1882 Congress ratified the Geneva Convention 1900 First Congressional Charter ? - accepted by International Committee of the Red Cross 1919 - founding member International Federation of Red Cross Societies The American Red Cross (ARC) is a humanitarianorganization led by volunteers and guided by its congressional charter and the Fundamental Principles. It provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Bronze Medal for Highly Meritorius Service of the American Red Cross
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