[English] Memorial Service To Baden Powell

Memorial Service To Baden Powell

London, Feb. 22.

Flowers from Scouting organisations all over the world were laid today at the memorial in Westminster Abbey to Lord Baden Powell, founder of the movement, to mark the 97th anniversary of his birth.

Scouts, Guides and friends attended a short service before the memorial which was draped with the green and yellow Scout flag and the light blue flag of the Girl Guides.

Lord Baden Powell was born on February 22, 1857. His widow, Olave Lady Baden Powell, the world Chief Guide, celebrated her 65 birthday today. - Reuter.

Source:

1. Page 2, "China Mail", Tuesday, 23rd February, 1954 Common Era

   • 21st Day, 1st Lunar Month, Jia-wu Year