1960s Timeline

Feb. 8, 1962 - Here is audio of President Kennedy’s remarks today in honor of Boy Scout Week. #boyscouts #JFK #1960s

Feb. 8, 1962 - President Kennedy got a mile-swim certificate and a little altered history from the Boy Scouts of America today. Mr. Kennedy, once a Boy Scout, is honorary president of the organization. Today he welcomed Mr. and Mrs. Harry G. Fair and their four children, from Bartlesville, Okla., who had been chosen the nation’s “scouting family of the year.” From 12-year-old Bill Fair, Mr. Kennedy received the mile-swim card. The President read the inscription, “This is to c

Jan. 5, 1962 - Here is “Men Who Make a Difference,” a leadership film produced by the Boy Scouts of America. The film is narrated but also has characters speaking directly to the camera about their experiences with scouting. WATCH: #boyscouts #boyscoutsofamerica #boyscoutshonor #boyscoutstore