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Why is Clara Barton called the 'Angel of the Battlefield'? Clara Barton
4 days ago | beth

Why is Clara Barton called the 'Angel of the Battlefield'?

Clara Barton earned the nickname 'Angel of the Battlefield' because of her tireless efforts in providing medical assistance to soldiers during the Civil War. Her work included bringing supplies, aiding the wounded, and comforting both Union and Confederate soldiers, often under dangerous conditions.