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It is a symbol of the international red cross organization. Since ambulances and EMS providers associated with this organization carry this symbol (which provides immunity in accordance with the Geneva convention), the average person associates this symbol with first aid. Otherwise, there is no connection between the red cross and first aid.
The symbol of the American Red Cross is a cross with arms of equal length and red in color.
The cross. The cross is not an idol, nor should it be an idol but it is a reminder of the sacrifice that was made for us.
There is a symbol and color for every kind of cancer.
The symbol for Venus (circle over a cross) is used to represent females in general. The symbol represents the uterus and ovaries.
The red cross is the Swiss flag reversed, because Geneva, Switzerland, is where the Headquarters is located. In addition the cross is a Christian symbol of aid and comfort, incorporated into the imagery of the charitable organization at a time when it was doing its work only in lands populated by Christians. That is why the international organization is now called the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, to incorporate a Muslim symbol; and why in Muslim countries the local organization is called the Red Crescent, not the Red Cross..
The red cross was formed in 1863, in Geneva Switzerland. The colors and symbol are those of the Swiss flag reversed.
Yes, the Red Cross is a Christian organization. The symbolic red cross surrounded by a circle is known as the Mark of Cain. Later Christian organizations such as the Freemasons and the Knights Templar used variations on the symbol and the red cross itself has long been representative of Christian charities. Officially, organizations such as the American Red Cross and International Red Cross are neutral with regards to religion and politics. That's a difficult sell when your logo is a religious one even if you don't include these organization's decision making which has at times appeared suspicious. Various controversies over the symbol arise from time to time with some in opposition to the use of clearly religious symbol. See related link for an example.: Some often confuse the Red Cross symbol with the flag of Switzerland. Such confusion can be easily remedied with a bit of research.
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One main symbol used to indicate a female is the circle with a cross underneath. Another symbol is the color pink that is normally associated with girls.
One main symbol used to indicate a female is the circle with a cross underneath. Another symbol is the color pink that is normally associated with girls.
No, the Red Cross is not only an American organization; see the related link. The American Red Cross is an American Organization.