I have an almost complete disregard of precedent, and a faith in the possibility of something better. It irritates me to be told how things have always been done. I defy the tyranny of precedent. I go for anything new… — 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
A ball had passed between my body and the right arm which supported him, cutting through the sleeve and passing through his chest from… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
Although its growth may seem to have been slow, it is to be remembered that it is not a shrub, or plant, to shoot… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
Economy, prudence, and a simple life are the sure masters of need, and will often accomplish that which, their opposites, with a fortune at… — Clara Barton Copy Share Image
