How do you qualify for this Boy Scout award if the first requirement is one has to be at least 19 years old?

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A few things about this award.  It used to be DoJ until the early 1970s when they transferred it to the BSA.  The National YAA was awarded a total of 188 times thru 2009 before it was discontinued.  The Council YAA is still awarded by some councils, but others have stopped presenting it.  The Council YAA does not have a quota so it can be earned by as many, or as few, as qualify.  It used to be for ages 15-25, but the age requirement was altered in about the early 2000s.  There are three award nomination forms on the internet, the most current uses the 19-25 age limit and they all still mention a due-date for the National medallion (and $5000 cash prize).  Disregard this.  The Council plaque is ALL that can still be earned.  Good luck.

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