About

The American Red Cross has often been at the frontier of American history. It was one of the first organizations to lead national campaigns for the relief of disaster victims. It was the first and continues to be the official provider of communications and other services to the United States armed forces. It has been on the forefront of advances in nursing care and public health, blood and tissue collection and distribution, and first aid and health and safety training. It has also played a leadership role in the organization of other national Red Cross societies and in providing assistance to the victims of natural disasters and armed conflict around the world.