The Origins Of The Boys And Girls Scouts

The Origins Of The Boys And Girls Scouts

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Worldview presents a two-day special series on the origins of the Boys and Girls Scouts. Much of what we’ve learned surprised us and may surprise you. Today, we look at the Boy Scouts. Its founders split over whether to be a pacifist or militaristic movement. We’ll talk about the row with historian Scott Johnston of McMaster University.