Historical Moment Feb. 4 – Chemainus Valley Courier

SCOUT’S HONOUR A 1923 visit by Lord Baden-Powell and his wife to see his cousin R.B. Halhed brought out many members of the scouting fraternity. (Photo courtesy Chemainus Valley Museum)

Historical Moment Feb. 4

Scout’s honour, Baden-Powell paid a visit

Feb. 5, 2021 2:55 p.m.
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SCOUT’S HONOUR

A 1923 visit by Lord Baden-Powell and his wife to see his cousin R.B. Halhed brought out many members of the scouting fraternity. (Photo courtesy Chemainus Valley Museum)

Scout’s honour, Baden-Powell paid a visit

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