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"Would it not be possible, in a time
of peace and quiet, to form relief societies of zealous,
devoted and thoroughly qualified volunteers to bring aid to the
wounded in time of war?"
Memory of Solférino - November
1862
Henry Dunant (1829-1910)
Founder of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
| May 8 - World
Red Cross and Red Crescent Day
Volunteers - making a difference in people's lives |
This year, celebrations to mark the birthday
of Henry Dunant, founder of the Red Cross, will highlight the work
of tens of millions of Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers who
respond to human suffering in communities around the world. Every
year, Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies bring assistance to more
than 200 million vulnerable people.
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