Metal Print : Rich Wotherspoon with other blind boy scouts
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Rich Wotherspoon with other blind boy scouts
Boys of the 2nd Berkley Boy Scout Troop, California, December 8 cluster round to feel the Eagle Scout badge of Rich Wotherspoon, 20. All the boys in the picture are blind. Wotherspoon, blind since birth, is believed to be the first blind boy to win the top Scouting rank in the United States.
circa 1950s
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Association Badge Badges Birth Blind Blindness California Eagle Excited Excitement Feel Rank Rich Smile Smiles Troop Berkley Scout Scouting Scouts Tactile
16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Bring the inspiring story of the 2nd Berkeley Blind Boy Scout Troop to your home with our Media Storehouse Metal Prints. This captivating image, sourced from The Scout Association / Mary Evans Prints Online, features the Eagle Scout badge of Rich Wotherspoon being admired by his blind boy scout companions. Each Metal Print is meticulously crafted, bringing vibrant colors and stunning detail to your wall. Celebrate the spirit of resilience, camaraderie, and achievement with this uplifting and unique piece of art.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
Estimated Product Size is 41.2cm x 51.4cm (16.2" x 20.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this evocative photograph, taken in the 1950s, a group of blind Boy Scouts from the 2nd Berkeley Troop in California gather around Rich Wotherspoon, beaming with excitement as they feel the tactile textures of his newly earned Eagle Scout badge. Rich, a 20-year-old scout, is believed to be the first blind boy in the United States to achieve this prestigious rank. Born blind, Rich's determination and resilience defied the odds, inspiring his fellow scouts and demonstrating the limitless potential of the human spirit. The boys in the photograph, all blind like their hero, are filled with a sense of pride and awe as they connect with the symbol of Rich's remarkable accomplishment. The image captures a poignant moment in American Scouting history, showcasing the unwavering commitment of these young boys to the values of the Scout Association. The tactile exploration of the badge not only allows the blind scouts to share in Rich's triumph but also reinforces the importance of touch as a means of connection and understanding. The photograph, taken by The Scout Association and sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, is a testament to the enduring spirit of the Boy Scouts of America and the unbreakable bond between its members. The smiles on their faces reflect the joy and camaraderie that transcends the barriers of blindness, making this a powerful reminder of the transformative power of Scouting.
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