with Kevin Patti | pre-recorded virtual event |
This presentation traces the remarkable history of eight former members of Takoma Park’s Boy Scout Troop 33 who served in the United States military during World War II and lost their lives. Of the eight, two of whom were Eagle Scouts, four became officers, one was awarded the Silver Star, one the Air Medal, and two the Purple Heart. The presentation also details how the community, scouts, and scout leaders gave of their time, talents, and resources to build a boy scout camp, Camp Schmitt, in honor of the eight men in 1959. Originally aired November 2024.
Recording available January 5 – 11.
