When and why was the Red Cross symbol first adopted as a medical identifier?

The Red Cross is one of the most recognized symbols in healthcare worldwide, but its origins are tied to a specific historical moment and a visionary founder. This trivia question explores the brand history behind this iconic symbol that has become synonymous with medical aid and humanitarian assistance globally. Test your knowledge of this significant healthcare emblem's beginnings!

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1863, as the inverse of the Swiss flag to honor Henry Dunant's nationality after he founded the International Committee of the Red Cross
1901, created by Clara Barton as the official symbol when she established the American Red Cross organization
1918, developed during the Spanish Flu pandemic to identify emergency medical facilities worldwide
1945, established by the newly-formed World Health Organization after WWII as a universal medical symbol