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Sit in on our virtual book club discussion of “The Highest Calling” by David Rubenstein, an exploration of leadership and the American presidency.
About the Event
AARP Maryland’s next virtual book club discussion features Clara Barton: Founder of the American Red Cross, examining the life and legacy of Clara Barton, a pioneering humanitarian who established the American Red Cross after modeling it on the Swiss Red Cross. Barton’s leadership and commitment to service significantly influenced the development of organized disaster relief and humanitarian aid in the United States.
The discussion incorporates a local historical perspective through the Clara Barton National Historic Site in Glen Echo, Maryland, where Barton lived and worked during the later years of her life. Preserved and operated by the National Park Service, the site provides historical context and insight into Barton’s professional contributions and personal experiences.
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