"I heal the wounds of war. I am a refuge from flood, fire and pestilence. The love of little children is mine. I am the Red Cross of peace."
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While this is the Red Cross Creed and not Barton's direct words, it encapsulates the essence of her life's mission. It speaks to healing, shelter, and universal compassion—the very values Barton embedded in the foundation of the Red Cross. This declaration serves as a timeless affirmation of the organization's commitment to peace and relief.