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A Hero

So, what do you do when someone runs their car into yours while you're driving your mom around?

Well, if you're Justin Jackson of Troop 797 in Florida, you follow the Scout Oath and "help other people at all times" and in the process earn the BSA's highest lifesaving award - the Honor Medal with Crossed Palms.
Congratulations, Justin!

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In 2009, there were 16 Honor Medals with Crossed Palms awarded and just over 230 since it was created in 1924.

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Posted: 8:54 01-17-2011 558

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Jan 18, 2011 - Thomas J Peel

I did the math- through the end of 2010 that means an average of just 2.6744186 per year for 84 year!

Jan 20, 2011 - Cubmaster John Mason

Congratulations, Justin. You make all of us in the BSA proud!

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