It is the oldest organization within the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and one of the most widely recognized organizations in the world . It is also the most honored , The ICRC has won three Nobel Peace Prizes ; in 1917 , 1944 , and 1963 . It is the oldest and most honored organization within the Movement and one of the most widely recognized organizations in the world , having won three Nobel Peace Prizes in 1917 , 1944 , and 1963 .