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Scout jamboree, 1942

This Scout jamboree was held in 1942 – in the middle of the Second World War. Jamborees are large gatherings of Scout groups from across the country. Boys learnt a range of practical skills useful in war or peacetime, such as bridge building and first aid.

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Archives New Zealand – Te Rua Mahara o te Kāwanatanga
Reference: Scouts rally. National Film Unit, 1942

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Kerryn Pollock. 'Childhood', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 29-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/childhood/3/5