Clara Barton - Founder of the American Red Cross
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Clara Barton at Fairfax Station after battle of Second Manassas.
Waymark Code: WMGKZ
Location: Virginia, United States
Date Posted: 07/06/2006
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Here at Fairfax Station in early Sept. 1862, after the second battle of Manassas and the action near Chantilly, Clara Barton ministered to the suffering. By her humane and tireless efforts this angel of the battlefield helped move over 3,000 soldiers to safety.
Erected by the Fairfax County Chapter, American National Red Cross, 1981
Marker Title: Clara Barton - Founder of the American Red Cross
Marker Location: Rt. 123 S at corner of Fairfax Station Rd.
County or Independent City: Fairfax
Marker Program Sponsor: Fairfax County Chapter, American National Red Cross
Marker Number: Not listed
Web Site: Not listed
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