ScoutMaster Minutes
The scoutmaster minute is a traditional way to wrap up a troop meeting. The scoutmaster can leave the scouts with a final lesson, thought, or ideal. These short stories can be used any time you need a meaningful or inspirational quick thought, at a campfire, scout conference, or other event.
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Aug 22, 2015 - Michael Aufenthie
I read your SM minute "Oldest Eagle Scout". Mr. Hart was 88 in
2007, therefore, he was born in 1919. Mr. Hart turned 18 in
1937. Four years later, when World War II started for the U.S.,
Mr. Hart was 22. How did the war, which started well in to his
adult life "get in the way" and stop him from becoming an Eagle
Scout? Sorry, but it just isn't possible. This can be an
interesting and inspirational minute, but as an Eagle Scout, I
am asking that you remove the part where you claim WWII was an
obstruction to his Eagle pursuit - because it wasn't. It is a
misrepresentation which uses a falsehood to inspire youth. Yes,
he served our country and his adult life was certainly disrupted
by the War, but until you re-word this, I hope no scout does the
math
Aug 24, 2015 - Scouter Joe
@Michael Aufenthie I applaud you for your detective work, and you are correct on all accounts, though by today's standards.
Until 1952, adult men could also earn Eagle! Since then the opportunity to earn the award stops at age 18.
Also that neither leadership nor service were required until almost 50 years after Scouting's founding.
So it is very possible that WW2 and just life got in the way of earning his Eagle rank.
Until 1952, adult men could also earn Eagle! Since then the opportunity to earn the award stops at age 18.
Also that neither leadership nor service were required until almost 50 years after Scouting's founding.
So it is very possible that WW2 and just life got in the way of earning his Eagle rank.
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