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Clara Barton National Historic Sitefive small pictures of Clara Barton.
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Clara Barton National Historic Site
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Clara Barton's Medals and Jewels

Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President: 1877-1881  

Did You Know?
In 1878 Rutherford B. Hayes held the first Easter egg roll on the White House lawn. It was held at the U.S. Capitol, but the children apparently caused such a ruckus on the grounds that Congress passed the Turf Protection Law to prohibit the area from being used as a playground in future years.

Last Updated: September 24, 2006 at 16:08 EST