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Applying the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent: a subject for continued thought

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  13 January 2010

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The Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent are the cornerstone of the doctrine of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The Movement's mission and its activities are built on the Principles, which are binding on all its components in all circumstances. The members of the Movement are under the obligation to spread understanding and knowledge of the Principles, the better to ensure respect for them.

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On the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
Information
International Review of the Red Cross (1961 - 1997) , Volume 29 , Issue 273 , December 1989 , pp. 501 - 506
Copyright
Copyright © International Committee of the Red Cross 1989

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