February 8 in American History
Incorporated in Washington, D.C., the Boy Scouts set out to build character, citizenship, and outdoor skill in American boys. For over a century, the Scout Oath and Law — trustworthy, loyal, helpful, and the rest — have shaped millions, and the organization has produced a striking share of the country's leaders and astronauts.
In 1910: the Boy Scouts of America is founded. Incorporated in Washington, D.C., the Boy Scouts set out to build character, citizenship, and outdoor skill in American boys.
Incorporated in Washington, D.C., the Boy Scouts set out to build character, citizenship, and outdoor skill in American boys. For over a century, the Scout Oath and Law — trustworthy, loyal, helpful, and the rest — have shaped millions, and the organization has produced a striking share of the country's leaders and astronauts.
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