Oh northern mothers wives and sisters, all unconscious of the hour, would to Heaven that I could bear for you the concentrated woe which is so soon to follow, would that Christ would teach my soul a prayer that would… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
If I were to speak of war, it would not be to show you the glories of conquering armies but the mischief and misery they strew in their tracks; and how, while they marched on with tread of iron and… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
I don't know how long it has been since my ear has been free from the roll of a drum. It is the music… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
The Red Cross in its nature, it aims and purposes, and consequently, its methods, is unlike any other organization in the country.It is an… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
People should not say that this or that is not worth learning, giving as their reason that it will not be put to use.… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
You must never so much think as whether you like it or not, whether it is bearable or not; you must never think of… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
It is wise statesmanship which suggests that in time of peace we must prepare for war, and it is no less a wise benevolence… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
I may sometimes be willing to teach for nothing, but if paid at all, I shall never do a man's work for less than… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
I may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and feed… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
What could I do but go with them Civil War soldiers, or work for them and my country? The patriot blood of my father… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
I don't know how long it has been since my ear has been free from the roll of a drum. It is the music… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
