From Red Cross
The American Red Cross would like to honor Dr. Charles R. Drew, a surgeon, educator and scientist who laid the groundwork for today’s modern blood donation program through his innovative work in blood banking. He is responsible for the introduction of bloodmobiles, improving the reach and accessibility of the Red Cross to potential donors in the community. The Red Cross blood program started in 1940, under the leadership of Dr. Drew, who became the first medical director for the Red Cross in 1941.
Dr. Drew is commonly referred to as the “father of modern blood banking,” a testament to his dedication to leaving a legacy for others. He lived by the mantra “excellence of performance will transcend artificial barriers created by man” and believed the quality of his work would ascend beyond the racially segregated society in which he lived. His work with the Red Cross helped save the lives of hundreds of thousands of soldiers and civilians during World War II.
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