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foremost responsibility of an Eagle Scout is to live
with honor. To an Eagle Scout, honor is the foundation
of all character. He knows that "A Scout is trustworthy"
is the very first point of the Scout Law for a good
reason. An Eagle Scout lives honorably, not only because
honor is important to him but because of the vital
significance of the example he sets for other Scouts.
Living honorably reflects credit on his home, his
church, his troop, and his community. May the white
of the Eagle badge remind you to always live with
honor.
The second obligation of an Eagle Scout is loyalty.
A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends,
school, and nation. His loyalty to his troop and brother
Scouts makes him pitch in and carry his share of the
load. All of these help to build the loyalty which
means devotion to community, to country, to one's
own ideals, and to God. Let the blue of the Eagle
badge always inspire your loyalty.
The third obligation of an Eagle Scout is to be courageous.
Courage has always been a quality by which men measure
themselves and others. To a Scout, bravery means not
only the courage to face physical danger, but the
determination to stand up for the right. Trusting
in God, with faith in his fellowman, he looks forward
to each day, seeking his share of the world's work
to do. Let the red of the Eagle badge remind you always
of courage.
The fourth obligation of an Eagle Scout is to be cheerful.
To remind the Eagle Scout to always wear a smile,
the red, white, and blue ribbon is attached to the
scroll of the Second Class Scout award, which has
its ends turned up in a smile.
The final responsibility of an Eagle Scout is service.
The Eagle Scout extends a helping hand to those who
still toil up Scouting's trail, just as others helped
him in his climb to the Eagle. The performance of
the daily Good Turn takes on a new meaning when he
enters a more adult life of continuing service to
others. The Eagle stands as protector of the weak
and helpless. He aids and comforts the unfortunate
and the oppressed. He upholds the rights of others
while defending his own. He will always "Be Prepared"
to put forth his best.
You are deserving of much credit in having achieved
Scouting's highest award. But wear your award with
humility, ever mindful that the Eagle Scout is looked
up to as an example. May the Scout Oath and the Scout
Law be your guide for tomorrow and onward.
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