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Fig. 1: CitNat-H5b-Front

Embroidery: Rayon thread
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Item Name: Citizenship in the Nation 1990 - 2002

Item ID: CitNat-H5b

Collector Rating: 1

Pamphlets Used to Earn this Badge

Requirements January 1984 until January 2005

1. After reading, discuss with your counselor the following documents:

(a) Declaration of Independence
(b) Preamble to the Constitution
(c) Constitution
(d) Bill of Rights
(e) Amendments to the Constitution

2. Name the three branches of government and explain their functions. Explain the checks and balances on each branch of government.

3. Outline the relationships between state and federal governments.

4. Do ONE of the following:

(a) Visit the National Capitol.
(b) Visit your state capitol.
(c) Tour a federal installation.
Explain your experiences to your counselor.

5. Name your two senators and the congressman from your congressional district. Write a letter to one of these elected officials on a national issue sharing your view with him or her. Show your letter and any response to your counselor.

6. What are five important functions of your national government? Explain how these functions affect your family and local community.

7. Discuss the main ways by which our federal government is financed.

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Scouting Memories Project

History

Scouting has undergone considerable transformation in recent years. Once known as an organization for the development of life skills, character and civic duty in young males across America and then internationally, the BSA brand is now all but put to rest.

The Scouting Memories Project works to preserve the history and memorabilia of scouting for years to come. If you have something to share with the community, we welcome your contributions!

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