Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa

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Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa

Portrait of a boy scout in Ghana, West Africa, around the time of the arrival of Scouting Commissioners Jack Stapleton and George Djabanor. Date: 1948

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1948 Badge Ghana Stapleton Scout Scouting Scouts

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This evocative black-and-white portrait captures the determined gaze and earnest expression of a young Boy Scout in Ghana, West Africa, during the late 1940s. The scene is set against the backdrop of a lush, tropical landscape, with the sun casting long shadows and dappled light through the foliage. The Boy Scout, dressed in the full uniform of the time, proudly wears the gold stripes on his sleeves, signifying his advancement in the scouting ranks. The arrival of Scouting Commissioners Jack Stapleton and George Djabanor in Ghana in 1948 marked a significant moment in the history of scouting in the region. Stapleton, a British Scouting official, and Djabanor, the first African Scouting Commissioner, worked together to promote the Scouting movement and instill its values in the young people of Ghana. The Boy Scout in this portrait embodies the spirit of adventure, discipline, and community that scouting fosters. The presence of the commissioners in Ghana during this period represented a crucial step towards making scouting more accessible to African youth and promoting cultural exchange between Africa and the wider world. The Boy Scout's distinctive hat, adorned with the Scout emblem, sits atop his head, while his badges, proudly displayed on his uniform, signify his achievements and dedication to the scouting ideals. This powerful image offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time of optimism, exploration, and the shared belief in the transformative power of scouting.

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