“If i can’t be a solider, I’ll help soldiers.” (BrainyQuote). The Civil War was a battle between the Union (North) and Confederate (South). It started with the issue of slavery and States Rights. It was a dramatic history. There were many deaths, battles, and change. In the end, the Union (North) won! Clara Barton was a very important  figure during the Civil War, its important to know about her, what she did during war, and after war.

Clara Barton was an amazing nurse! The things she did in her time will live on in history. She saved many soldiers lives and changed medical history, forever! ” I may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and fight, I can stand and nurse them.” (-Clara Barton (herself). Her life as a nurse all started with the Civil War. Her child-hood was pretty interesting,too. Clara was born on December 25, 1821 in Oxford, Massachusetts. She was the youngest of five kids. When she was young, her family told her about the battlefield.

During war, Clara Barton did amazing things to save brave lives!“Following the out break of the Civil War, she  independently organized relief for the wounded, often bringing her own supplies to front lines.” (History.com). That means she was always prepared for the pain war can cause to lives! She helped many hurt lives. The Union soldiers gave her a nickname of “Angel of the Battlefield.” The way she got that name is because she helped way over 300 men after only one battle! She always was prepared. She always came with a wagon full of medication, food, water, and more! She was ready for anything and everything!

Clara did amazing things during war and after war! After war, Clara decided to open the American Red Cross. “In 1880 the American Red Cross was established the culmination of the decade of work by Barton.” (Civil War Trust). The American Red Cross is a hospital that has instant care of the hurt,wounded, and sick, etc… The American Red Cross is still open to this day!

Clara loved being a nurse and helping soldiers. “I may be compelled to face danger but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and feed them.” (Clara Barton herself). Overall, Clara barton was an amazing person! Also she changed the laws of history forever. She will live in our hearts, minds, and souls, FOREVER! Especially in the hearts, minds, and souls she saved!

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