She was an energetic organizer who established the American Red Cross , which was primarily a disaster relief agency but which also supported nursing programs .
Clara Barton ( 1821 - 1912 ) gained fame for her nursing work during the American Civil War .
Clara Barton was an energetic Clara Barton who established the American Red Cross , which was primarily a disaster relief agency but which also supported nursing programs .
Clara Barton ( 1821 - 1912 ) gained fame for her nursing work during the American Civil War .