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Jean Henri Durant was the founder of RED CROSS

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Is the American red cross a common or proper noun?

"American Red Cross" is a proper noun because it is the name of a specific organization.


When did the American red cross start?

This answer came from the Wikipedia website itself The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is a private humanitarian institution founded in 1863 in Geneva, Switzerland. Its 25-member committee has a unique authority under international humanitarian law to protect the life and dignity of the victims of international and internal armed conflicts. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) was founded in 1919 and today it coordinates activities between the 186 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies within the Movement. On an international level, the Federation leads and organizes, in close cooperation with the National Societies, relief assistance missions responding to large-scale emergencies. The International Federation Secretariat is based in Geneva, Switzerland.


What US flag a red st Andrew s cross on a white background?

The flag you are describing is the flag of the state of Alabama. It features a red St. Andrew's cross (a diagonal cross) on a white background. This design is derived from the Cross of St. Andrew, which is associated with Scotland, and it symbolizes the state's heritage and history. The flag was officially adopted in 1895.


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What do the red stripes on the Florida flag stand for?

The red stripes on the Florida flag represent the bloodshed by those who fought for the state’s independence and the sacrifices made for freedom. The flag features a red saltire (diagonal cross) on a white background, symbolizing the influence of the St. Andrew's Cross, which is associated with the state’s Scottish heritage. Overall, the design reflects Florida's history and the ideals of courage and resilience.