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Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts - Baking a Twist, 1929 (colour litho)
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Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts - Baking a Twist, 1929 (colour litho)
472985 Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts - Baking a Twist, 1929 (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Success in obtaining this scout badge involves several tests, including making two of the following:Twist, Damper or Flapjack; twist bread, stick bread, or campfire bread is a type of bread in which the dough has been rolled into a long sausage shape, twisted over the end of a stick, and baked over an open fire; illustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens;
); English, out of copyright
Media ID 22921498
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This vibrant and nostalgic print captures a significant moment in the history of scouting - the Cook Proficiency Badge for Scouts. Dating back to 1929, this colour lithograph showcases an English School's illustration from the Boy Scouts series of cigarette cards produced by Ogdens. The badge represents the scouts' dedication to mastering culinary skills, specifically baking a twist bread over an open fire. To earn this prestigious badge, scouts had to pass several tests, including creating two out of three options: Twist, Damper or Flapjack. The twist bread involved rolling dough into a long sausage shape and twisting it over the end of a stick before baking it on an open fire. This image not only highlights the importance of cooking proficiency within scouting but also reflects timeless values such as trust, friendship, loyalty, and duty. It symbolizes how young boys in the 20th century embraced outdoor activities and learned essential life skills through camping adventures. Displayed proudly in a private collection today, this vintage card serves as a reminder of past ideals while evoking feelings of nostalgia for those who appreciate both art and scouting heritage. Through its vivid colors and detailed depiction, this print transports viewers back to simpler times when preparing food over campfires was not just about sustenance but also about fostering brotherhood and personal growth within the scout movement.
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