Devon 50 just celebrated its 73rd birthday. Many people, and lots of events have become part of our history over the years. You too are part of that history, from the day you joined. Knowing our history gives all our scouts a sense of being part of something important. We have traditions, our own way of doing things, that set us apart from other troops, and our history often tells us how these traditions came to be. Our history is a proud one; we have always been one of the finest troops in our council. 

You are responsible for keeping an inventory of trophies and historical items that the Troop has, and make sure they stored safely and are not damaged or lost. You should also suggest additional items that we should include in our collection at the Greenbar meeting.

You should also gather pictures and facts about past events of Devon 50 and keep them in scrapbooks, wall displays or information files. You should have regular contact with the troop Scribe and the adult publicity chairperson, to get facts, pictures and descriptions of Devon 50 events. Ask Committee members and other adults from Devon 50's past if they have ideas on how to collect or display our history. The Troop Quartermaster is another source of historical items. He keeps track of Troop equipment, and when an item is no longer of use, it may be an interesting thing to keep for our history.

You have an opportunity to get the Devon 50 scouts excited about our history. Find out what they are interested in; get them involved in history projects, put on a special display etc. You can turn to the Troop staff and the adult leaders for help and advice any time. Everyone wants you to succeed. You have an important job, and Devon 50 will be a better troop when you do a good job.

As a Devon 50 Junior Leader, you are expected to do a short report at the Greenbar meeting on what you did as the Troop Historian during the past month. What did you achieve, and what problems are you aware of that should be discussed. This report will demonstrate that you have performed your leadership duties and that the time should count towards advancement.

As a leader, you are also an example and role model for younger scouts. What you do will make a much bigger impression than anything you say. Live by the Scout Oath and Law. Wear you uniform correctly. Participate with enthusiasm in Devon 50 activities.

Be someone you would look up to.