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{{Infobox WorldScouting | type = event | image = Scouts-wj1920.png | caption | Official badge | name = 1st World Scout Jamboree | location = [[Olympia, England|Olympia]], London | country = [[United Kingdom]] | f-date = July 30, 1920 to August 8, 1920 | members = 8,000 Scouts}} | |||
{{Infobox WorldScouting | type = event | image = Scouts-wj1920. | The '''1st World Scout Jamboree''' was held from July 30, 1920 to August 8, 1920 and was hosted by the [[United Kingdom]] at [[Olympia, England|Kensington Olympia]] in [[London]]. 8,000 [[Scouting|Scouts]] from 34 nations attended the event, which was hosted in a glass-roofed building covering an area of {{convert|6|acre|m2}}. | ||
The '''1st World Scout Jamboree''' was held from 1920 | |||
It was at this event that [[Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell|Baden-Powell]], the founder of Scouting, was acclaimed the [[Chief Scout (United Kingdom)|Chief Scout]] of the World. | It was at this event that [[Robert Baden-Powell, 1st Baron Baden-Powell|Baden-Powell]], the founder of Scouting, was acclaimed the [[Chief Scout (United Kingdom)|Chief Scout]] of the World. | ||
== Olympia and camping == | ==Olympia and camping== | ||
[[Image:Scout-wj1920-poster. | [[Image:Scout-wj1920-poster.png|thumb|left|Poster used to advertise the '''1st World Scout Jamboree''']] | ||
The Olympia arena was filled with a foot-(30 cm)-deep layer of earth, which was turfed over, enabling the Scouts to pitch tents within the glass-roofed hall. | The Olympia arena was filled with a foot-(30 cm)-deep layer of earth, which was turfed over, enabling the Scouts to pitch tents within the glass-roofed hall. | ||
However, around 5,000 of the Scouts were encamped at the [[Old Deer Park]] in nearby [[London Borough of Richmond upon Thames|Richmond]]. The Scouts rotated in and out of Olympia to give them all the opportunity to participate in the events there. | However, around 5,000 of the Scouts were encamped at the [[Old Deer Park]] in nearby [[London Borough of Richmond upon Thames|Richmond]]. The Scouts rotated in and out of Olympia to give them all the opportunity to participate in the events there. The [[Thames]] flooded the campsite one night and Scouts had to be evacuated.<ref>{{cite news | last =Kuiper | first =Deborah | title =Arnold, 100, commemorates first world scout jamboree| work =The Cumberland News| date =2007-08-03 | url =http://www.cumberland-news.co.uk/news/viewarticle.aspx?id=527775| accessdate =2007-08-06}}</ref> | ||
Olympia hosted numerous exhibitions, pageants and contests during the Jamboree event. | Olympia hosted numerous exhibitions, pageants and contests during the Jamboree event. | ||
== Chief Scout of the World == | ==Chief Scout of the World== | ||
In order to honour Baden-Powell's role as the founder of Scouting, it was suggested by [[James E. West]], the [[Chief Scout Executive]] of the [[Boy Scouts of America]] that he be awarded the title of Great Indian Chief. <ref>http://www.pinetreeweb.com/1920-jamboree.htm</ref> | In order to honour Baden-Powell's role as the founder of Scouting, it was suggested by [[James E. West (Scouting)|James E. West]], the [[Chief Scout Executive]] of the [[Boy Scouts of America]] that he be awarded the title of Great Indian Chief.<ref>[http://www.pinetreeweb.com/1920-jamboree.htm 1st World Jamboree, Olympia, 1920. Home Page<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> | ||
However, during the initiation ceremony, one of the young Scouts shouted out "Long live the Chief Scout of the World", and so it became Baden-Powell's official title within Scouting until his dying day. | However, during the initiation ceremony, one of the young Scouts shouted out "Long live the Chief Scout of the World", and so it became Baden-Powell's official title within Scouting until his dying day. | ||
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No other Scouter has held the title since Baden-Powell, as it cannot be conferred by any national sovereign or premiere. | No other Scouter has held the title since Baden-Powell, as it cannot be conferred by any national sovereign or premiere. | ||
== Closing speech == | ==Closing speech== | ||
[[Image:World Scout Jamboree - Punch cartoon - Project Gutenberg eText 16628.png|thumb|'''The League of Youth'''<br/>''War-weary World (at the Jamboree)''. "I was nearly losing hope, but the sight of all you boys gives it back to me." | [[Image:World Scout Jamboree - Punch cartoon - Project Gutenberg eText 16628.png|thumb|'''The League of Youth'''<br/>''War-weary World (at the Jamboree)''. "I was nearly losing hope, but the sight of all you boys gives it back to me." | ||
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<small>Cartoon in [[Punch (magazine)|Punch magazine]] 4 August 1920, referring to the 1st World Scout Jamboree in the context of the aftermath of World War I]] | <small>Cartoon in [[Punch (magazine)|Punch magazine]] 4 August 1920, referring to the 1st World Scout Jamboree in the context of the aftermath of [[World War I]]]]</small> | ||
Baden-Powell gave a closing speech at the end of the Jamboree: | Baden-Powell gave a closing speech at the end of the Jamboree: | ||
"Brother Scouts. Differences exist between the peoples of the world in thought and sentiment, just as they do in language and physique. The Jamboree has taught us that if we exercise mutual forbearance and give and take, then there is sympathy and harmony. If it be your will, let us go forth fully determined that we will develop among ourselves and our boys that comradeship, through the world wide spirit of the Scout brotherhood, so that we may help to develop peace and happiness in the world and goodwill among men". <ref>http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/history/inter/jambo.htm#1920</ref> | "Brother Scouts. Differences exist between the peoples of the world in thought and sentiment, just as they do in language and physique. The Jamboree has taught us that if we exercise mutual forbearance and give and take, then there is sympathy and harmony. If it be your will, let us go forth fully determined that we will develop among ourselves and our boys that comradeship, through the world wide spirit of the Scout brotherhood, so that we may help to develop peace and happiness in the world and goodwill among men".<ref>[http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/history/inter/jambo.htm#1920 ScoutBase UK: The Library - Scouting history - World Jamborees<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> | ||
==Jamborees since 1920== | |||
Many lessons were learnt from the first [[World Scout Jamboree]], including the acknowledgement that an indoor venue was too restrictive for the activities and numbers of Scouts who would attend. | Many lessons were learnt from the first [[World Scout Jamboree]], including the acknowledgement that an indoor venue was too restrictive for the activities and numbers of Scouts who would attend. | ||
It was also realised that above all else, a Jamboree is a means of developing a spirit of | It was also realised that above all else, a Jamboree is a means of developing a spirit of comradeship between the boys of many nations and the more that aspect can be stressed, the more successful a Jamboree becomes. | ||
== Unusual guests == | ==Unusual guests== | ||
Amongst the thousands of Scouts, there was also a selection of rather interesting visitors to the Jamboree: | Amongst the thousands of Scouts, there was also a selection of rather interesting visitors to the Jamboree: | ||
*An alligator from Florida | *An [[alligator]] from [[Florida]] | ||
*A baby crocodile from Jamaica | *A baby [[crocodile]] from [[Jamaica]] | ||
*A [[lion]]ess cub from Rhodesia | *A [[lion]]ess cub from [[Rhodesia]] | ||
*[[Monkeys]] from South Africa | *[[Monkeys]] from [[South Africa]] | ||
*A baby elephant | *A baby [[elephant]] | ||
*A [[camel]] | *A [[camel]] | ||
== See also == | ==See also== | ||
*[[World Scout Jamboree]] | *[[World Scout Jamboree]] | ||
== References == | ==References== | ||
{{Reflist}} | |||
== External links == | ==External links== | ||
*[http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/history/inter/jambo.htm#1920 Jamboree Histories at ScoutBase] | *[http://www.scoutbase.org.uk/library/history/inter/jambo.htm#1920 Jamboree Histories at ScoutBase] | ||
*[http://www.scout.org/en/information_events/events/world_events/world_jamboree/jamborees_history Jamboree Histories at Scout.org] | *[http://www.scout.org/en/information_events/events/world_events/world_jamboree/jamborees_history Jamboree Histories at Scout.org] | ||
*[http://www.pinetreeweb.com/1920-wj1-tjb-01.htm The Jamboree Book] | *[http://www.pinetreeweb.com/1920-wj1-tjb-01.htm The Jamboree Book] | ||
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| 1st World Scout Jamboree | |||
| Location | Olympia, London | ||
| Country | United Kingdom | ||
| Date | July 30, 1920 to August 8, 1920 | ||
| Attendance | 8,000 Scouts | ||
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The 1st World Scout Jamboree was held from July 30, 1920 to August 8, 1920 and was hosted by the United Kingdom at Kensington Olympia in London. 8,000 Scouts from 34 nations attended the event, which was hosted in a glass-roofed building covering an area of 6 acres (24,000 m2).
It was at this event that Baden-Powell, the founder of Scouting, was acclaimed the Chief Scout of the World.
Olympia and camping
File:Scout-wj1920-poster.png
Poster used to advertise the 1st World Scout Jamboree
The Olympia arena was filled with a foot-(30 cm)-deep layer of earth, which was turfed over, enabling the Scouts to pitch tents within the glass-roofed hall.
However, around 5,000 of the Scouts were encamped at the Old Deer Park in nearby Richmond. The Scouts rotated in and out of Olympia to give them all the opportunity to participate in the events there. The Thames flooded the campsite one night and Scouts had to be evacuated.[1]
Olympia hosted numerous exhibitions, pageants and contests during the Jamboree event.
Chief Scout of the World
In order to honour Baden-Powell's role as the founder of Scouting, it was suggested by James E. West, the Chief Scout Executive of the Boy Scouts of America that he be awarded the title of Great Indian Chief.[2]
However, during the initiation ceremony, one of the young Scouts shouted out "Long live the Chief Scout of the World", and so it became Baden-Powell's official title within Scouting until his dying day.
No other Scouter has held the title since Baden-Powell, as it cannot be conferred by any national sovereign or premiere.
Closing speech
The League of Youth
War-weary World (at the Jamboree). "I was nearly losing hope, but the sight of all you boys gives it back to me."
Cartoon in Punch magazine 4 August 1920, referring to the 1st World Scout Jamboree in the context of the aftermath of World War I
War-weary World (at the Jamboree). "I was nearly losing hope, but the sight of all you boys gives it back to me."
Cartoon in Punch magazine 4 August 1920, referring to the 1st World Scout Jamboree in the context of the aftermath of World War I
Baden-Powell gave a closing speech at the end of the Jamboree:
"Brother Scouts. Differences exist between the peoples of the world in thought and sentiment, just as they do in language and physique. The Jamboree has taught us that if we exercise mutual forbearance and give and take, then there is sympathy and harmony. If it be your will, let us go forth fully determined that we will develop among ourselves and our boys that comradeship, through the world wide spirit of the Scout brotherhood, so that we may help to develop peace and happiness in the world and goodwill among men".[3]
Jamborees since 1920
Many lessons were learnt from the first World Scout Jamboree, including the acknowledgement that an indoor venue was too restrictive for the activities and numbers of Scouts who would attend.
It was also realised that above all else, a Jamboree is a means of developing a spirit of comradeship between the boys of many nations and the more that aspect can be stressed, the more successful a Jamboree becomes.
Unusual guests
Amongst the thousands of Scouts, there was also a selection of rather interesting visitors to the Jamboree:
- An alligator from Florida
- A baby crocodile from Jamaica
- A lioness cub from Rhodesia
- Monkeys from South Africa
- A baby elephant
- A camel
See also
References
- ↑ Kuiper, Deborah (2007-08-03). "Arnold, 100, commemorates first world scout jamboree". The Cumberland News. http://www.cumberland-news.co.uk/news/viewarticle.aspx?id=527775. Retrieved 2007-08-06.
- ↑ 1st World Jamboree, Olympia, 1920. Home Page
- ↑ ScoutBase UK: The Library - Scouting history - World Jamborees