The Origin of the Red Cross: "Un souvenir de Solferino" by Henry Dunant
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About this eBook
| Author | Dunant, Henry, 1828-1910 |
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| Translator | Wright, Anna B. Heylin, 1865-1916 |
| LoC No. | 11022407 |
| Title | The Origin of the Red Cross: "Un souvenir de Solferino" |
| Note | Reading ease score: 56.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Origin of the Red Cross: 'Un souvenir de Solferino'" by Henri Dunant is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. It presents a poignant examination of the brutal realities of war, specifically following the battle of Solferino, and highlights the dire need for humanitarian efforts to care for those wounded in conflict. The book details Dunant's experiences as he witnessed the suffering of soldiers and the public's subsequent response, leading to the establishment of the Red Cross movement. The opening of the book recounts the lead-up to the battle of Solferino, setting the stage for the ensuing chaos and carnage. Dunant describes the military preparations and the eventual collision of the Austrians and Franco-Sardinian armies. As the battle unfolds, vivid imagery captures the horror of war, with descriptions of the suffering of wounded soldiers and the lack of adequate medical attention. The narrative shifts from the battlefield to the immediate aftermath, where Dunant reflects on the overwhelming need for organized medical aid and voluntary nursing, ultimately sparking his vision for a more systematic humanitarian response during conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | UH: Military science: Other services |
| Subject | Red Cross and Red Crescent |
| Subject | Solferino, Battle of, Solferino, Italy, 1859 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 50968 |
| Release Date | Jan 19, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 73 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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