[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 205 (Wednesday, December 13, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H6874]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        CELEBRATING CLARA BARTON

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
Clara Barton, the founder of the American Red Cross.
  Clara is one of the most honored women in American history. From a 
young age, she was dedicated to service and helping others.
  Clara started her career in Washington, D.C., working in the Federal 
Government. She was in D.C. at the start of the Civil War. Clara 
recognized the immediate need to help these newly recruited troops.
  Clara spent the early days of the war collecting food and supplies 
for the Union Army. She would later risk her life heading to the field 
hospitals to volunteer and deliver medical services.
  More than 140 years later, the Red Cross continues its service 
through its strong network of volunteers, donors, and partners. They 
continue to serve those in need by mobilizing the power of volunteers 
in times of emergencies.
  Mr. Speaker, Clara Barton's birthday is on December 25. Her passion 
for service is an example to all of us. Her selflessness and 
determination to help others continues to inspire us to this day.

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