Heroes of the International Red Cross Author:Richard Deming A wartime missing-persons bureau . . . delicate negotiations for exchange of war prisoners . . . a desperate attempt to open a way for delivery of food supplies . . . an inspection that saved the lives of many prisoners of war--these are only a few examples of the varied services of the International Red Cross. — The true experiences of ten coura... more »geous delegates of the International Red Cross not only indicate the scope of the work, but also trace the growth of the organization from its founding to the present function it serves in alleviating suffering caused by international conflicts. The stories read like the most exciting adventure tales, full of suspenseful action and heroic characters. Dramatic as they are, however, they are in no way exaggerated. They are taken from actual ICRC records, historical documents, and personal accounts of the delegates involved.« less