"Address of President Coolidge before the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America" by Calvin Coolidge is a speech that explores the importance of the Boy Scouts in shaping young boys into good citizens by focusing on building character, promoting service, and teaching values. The speech underscores the importance of self-control, the significance of helping others, and getting involved in the community, highlighting how these principles help young men grow into responsible and valuable members of society. Coolidge's words highlight the vital role of family, faith, and hard work in building a strong character. This address serves as a strong statement in support of scouting and its ability to develop individuals ready to lead and actively contribute to society, especially during changing times.
Address of President Coolidge before the National Council of the Boy Scouts of America Washington, D. C., May 1, 1926
By Calvin Coolidge
Hear a president's strong support for shaping young boys into moral, responsible citizens through an organization focused on character and service.
Summary
About the AuthorCalvin Coolidge was the 30th president of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929. A Republican lawyer from Massachusetts, he previously served as the 29th vice president from 1921 to 1923 and as the 48th governor of Massachusetts from 1919 to 1921. Elected vice president in 1920, he succeeded to the presidency upon the sudden death of President Warren G. Harding in August 1923. Elected in his own right in 1924, Coolidge gained a reputation as a small-government conservative with a taciturn personality and dry sense of humor that earned him the nickname "Silent Cal". His widespread popularity enabled him to run for a second full term, but Coolidge chose not to run again in 1928, remarking that ten years as president would be "longer than any other man has had it—too long!"
Calvin Coolidge was the 30th president of the United States, serving from 1923 to 1929. A Republican lawyer from Massachusetts, he previously served as the 29th vice president from 1921 to 1923 and as the 48th governor of Massachusetts from 1919 to 1921. Elected vice president in 1920, he succeeded to the presidency upon the sudden death of President Warren G. Harding in August 1923. Elected in his own right in 1924, Coolidge gained a reputation as a small-government conservative with a taciturn personality and dry sense of humor that earned him the nickname "Silent Cal". His widespread popularity enabled him to run for a second full term, but Coolidge chose not to run again in 1928, remarking that ten years as president would be "longer than any other man has had it—too long!"
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