Boy Scouts rally, Winnipeg, Canada
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Boy Scouts rally, Winnipeg, Canada
Boy Scouts rally in Winnipeg, Canada, September 1915, with the Duke of Connaught, Chief Scout of Canada, in attendance. Also present are Provisional Commissioner C U Rowley and Sir Douglas Cameron, Chief Scout of Manitoba. Date: 1915
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Cameron Chief Commissioner Connaught Manitoba Provisional Rally Review Rowley Salute Saluting Sepia Spectators Troop Winnipeg Douglas Scout Scouting Scouts
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In this sepia-toned photograph, a large gathering of Boy Scouts can be seen assembled in Winnipeg, Canada, in September 1915. The Duke of Connaught, who served as the Chief Scout of Canada, graciously attended the rally to show his support for the growing Scouting movement in the country. Accompanying the Duke were Provisional Commissioner C.U. Rowley and Sir Douglas Cameron, the Chief Scout of Manitoba. The Boy Scouts, dressed in their distinctive uniforms, are seen standing at attention, saluting their esteemed leaders. The Scoutmaster and assistant Scoutmasters are also present, wearing their hats adorned with badges and insignia. The air is filled with a sense of excitement and camaraderie as the Scouts prepare for the review. Spectators, both young and old, gather around the edge of the field, observing the proceedings with great interest. The Duke of Connaught, a British royal and the former Governor-General of Canada, was a significant figure in Canadian history, and his presence at the Scout rally underscored the importance of the organization in shaping the lives of young Canadians. The Boy Scouts of Canada, founded in 1910, were modeled after the British Scout movement and aimed to instill values such as trustworthiness, loyalty, and obedience in young boys. The organization has since grown to become an integral part of Canadian culture and continues to inspire generations of young Canadians to develop important life skills and a sense of community. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, capturing the spirit of the Boy Scouts movement in its early days and the significance of the Duke of Connaught's involvement in shaping the future of Canadian youth.
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