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History and origin Beginning of the MovementThe International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement started more than 135 years ago.
 First World WarBritish Red Cross and the Order of St John formed the Joint War Committee following the outbreak of war.
 Creation of a peacetime roleThe League of Red Cross Societies (now the IFRC) was formed and extended the role of national Red Cross societies.
 Second World WarThe Red Cross provided services for the sick and wounded, prisoners of war and civilians needing relief.
 Activities since 1945Read about some of the services, natural disasters and activities the Red Cross has helped with since 1945.
 Museum and archivesThe museum catalogues the humanitarian work of the British Red Cross from its beginnings in 1870.
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© British Red Cross 2009 |
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British Red Cross, UK Office, 44 Moorfields, London EC2Y 9AL Phone: 0844 871 11 11. Fax: 020 7562 2000.
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The British Red Cross Society, incorporated by Royal Charter 1908, is a charity registered in England and Wales (220949) and Scotland (SC037738).
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