Organizational papers, 1951-1971.

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Organizational papers, 1951-1971.

Organizational papers, 1951-1971 and undated, include: mostly photographs; a few artifacts; some Council publications; and newspaper clippings (copies). Oversized materials include photographs of Michigan Boy Scout troops at national Jamborees, merit badges, a history of the merit badges, and a retirement "plaque" of badges presented to Arthur E. Henry in 1974. Most of the collection documents the beginning and early use of the Paul Bunyan Scout Reservation (camp), 1951-1971 in Oscoda (Mich.). Artifacts include the Council's flag, merit badges, and an Order of the Arrow sash and pin.

1 cubic ft. (in 1 box, 2 Oversized folders) : ill.

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SNAC Resource ID: 7550443

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