Sea Scouts and Baden Powell, HMS Implacable, Portsmouth
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Sea Scouts and Baden Powell, HMS Implacable, Portsmouth
Sea Scouts being addressed by the Chief Scout, Lord Baden-Powell, on board HMS Implacable in Portsmouth. He is seated, accompanied by his daughter.
7 August 1934
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Activities Address Addressing Association Baden Chief Deck Implacable Portsmouth Powell Speaking Talk Talking Scout Scouting Scouts
EDITORS COMMENTS
This evocative photograph captures a memorable moment in the history of Sea Scouting, as Lord Baden-Powell, the founder of the Scout Movement, addresses a group of Sea Scouts on board HMS Implacable in Portsmouth Harbour on the 7th of August, 1934. Seated on the deck of the imposing warship, Baden-Powell, accompanied by his daughter, engages the Sea Scouts in animated conversation, imparting his wisdom and enthusiasm for the maritime branch of the Scout Association. The boys, all in their Sea Scout uniforms, listen intently, their faces reflecting a mixture of awe and excitement. The image, taken in the 1930s, offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, when Sea Scouting activities were an integral part of the broader Scout Movement, and the association's connection to the naval community was strong. The setting on the deck of HMS Implacable, with its towering masts and naval personnel in the background, adds to the sense of adventure and camaraderie. This photograph is a testament to the enduring legacy of Baden-Powell's vision for Scouting, which continues to inspire and engage young people to this day.
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