answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

The Red Cross provided its first assistance to the military In 1898 under wartime conditions. 700 nurses provided medical assistance to the U.S. Army Cuba and the Philippines during the Spanish-American War. Technically,Clara Barton the founder of the American Red Cross started her aid to the Union Army after the First Battle of Bull Run, with the permission of Union General William Hammond and then later with the support of the Federal Administration. Some of this answer is from Wikipedia.

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: When was the red cross first used in the military?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Can the red cross be used to hide military activities?

False


Can the red cross symbol can be used to hide military actives?

False


Can the red cross symbol be used to hide military activities?

False


Where was Drew's system first used?

in the army and in the american red cross


A military hospital or chapel properly marked with a red cross and used for its intended purpose is protected from attack?

A. True


Who started the first red cross?

Henry Dunant started the first Red Cross.


Why is the logo of the red cross society a red cross?

Because the red cross has been used for centuries, as well as the red crescent, to symbolise "the service to humanity", usually in medicine. You may notice that hospitals also use red crosses. The Red Cross charity named themselves after this famous cross. Contrary to popular belief, the red cross did not originate from Christianity, which also uses the cross as the official symbol. There is a difference between a cross and a crucifix (a crucifix is not a true cross). Centuries ago, every single nation had a symbol to identify their military. Different shapes were used on the shields and uniforms of different armies, such as diamonds, squares, triangles and crosses. The European military were generally identified by a red cross on their uniforms and shields. When they set up mobile hospitals in countries they visited or conquered, the people would recognise the red crosses as a symbol of help, particularly medical help. So, in summary, red crosses came from military uniforms, not Christianity. See the related link below.


Was Disney in the military?

No, but he was in the red cross in World War 2


You are in the military and you really want to be there for the birth of your first born how can you know when to take leave if coming home from overseas?

Contact the Red Cross.


What brand of blanket is the best?

The Space Brand blankets are said t be the best. They are used by military units and te red cross.


Why first aid box has red cross mark?

The red cross is the universal first aid insignia.


Who provides first aid qualification?

In the US, the American Red Cross is probably foremost, but so do many other organizations, including the military.