Quote: Clara Barton

Posted by admin on November 4, 2009 under Clara Barton Quotes, Quotes | Comments are off for this article

“I may be compelled to face danger, but never fear it, and while our soldiers can stand and fight, I can stand and feed and nurse them.”

This quote demonstrates a high level of both compassion and commitment. And yes, Bravery. At the start of the Civil War, Clara recalled her father’s constant teachings about patriotism and service to one’s fellow man. Such a strong influence can have profound affects one one person, and through that person many others.