World Scout Day 2024: World Scout Day is celebrated on February 22 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Lord Robert Baden-Powell, who founded the Boy Scouts movement. Scout Founders' Day commemorates the birth anniversary of the founder of the Boy Scouts Movement, Lord Robert Baden-Powell. This day is celebrated by National Scout Organisations globally and involves various activities, including fundraising, food drives, and other forms of community service.
Lord Robert Baden-Powell, commonly known as BP, was the founder of the Boy Scout movement. Born on February 22, 1857, in Paddington, London, he played a pivotal role in shaping the global scouting movement.
In 1876, Baden-Powell embarked on his military career as a Sub-lieutenant in the 13th Hussars regiment in Lucknow. He went on to distinguish himself in the Boer War, earning recognition for his military prowess. Queen Victoria herself promoted him to the rank of Major-General in acknowledgment of his achievements during the conflict. Lord Baden-Powell's dedication to youth development and outdoor education laid the foundation for the Boy Scouts, leaving a lasting impact on generations to come.
The Theme for World Scout Day 2024 is ¡°Scouts for a Better World.¡±?
The Scout slogan is Do a Good Turn Daily. That entails giving back to the community daily without expecting anything in return. It means that Scouts do their part to care for the community and the environment.
Scouting traces its roots back over a century ago to 1907 in the United Kingdom. Lord Baden-Powell organized the first Boy Scout camp during that time, gathering a diverse group of 20 youngsters. This initial camp, coupled with the release of the founder's book 'Scouting for Boys,' garnered instant popularity. In the subsequent years, the Scouting movement expanded rapidly, assuming a global dimension.
World Scout Day, also known as Founder's Day, is observed on February 22 to honor the birth anniversary of Lord Robert Baden-Powell. This day holds additional significance as it marks the birth anniversary of his wife, Olave Baden-Powell, who served as the World Chief Guide.
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