Examination Procedures for Marks Containing Greek Red Cross or the Phrases “Red Cross” or “Geneva Cross”

Federal law prohibits anyone other than the

American National Red Cross and its duly authorized employees and agents and the

sanitary and hospital authorities of the armed forces of the United States from

using the Greek red cross on a white ground or the words "Red Cross" or "Geneva

Cross." 18 U.S.C. §706.  There is an exception for use of any such emblem, sign,

insignia, or words that were lawfully used on or before June 25, 1948.