Troop 145 — Florence Alabama 40 Years Later
Life Lessons, Scouting, and Becoming a Better Person: Through the Eyes of Boy Scout Troop 145’s Former Leader-Alexander H. Roach, Jr. Hear Him Sound Off In an Exclusive Interview with Mrs. Landry-Assistant Editor with G&R_TV_Alabama — News Features Since 2015…
by Olivia Friedman, Regional Media Director | G&R_TV_Alabama — News
Wednesday February 1, 2023 | Updated 2–7–23 4:44PM Central
Mr. Alexander Roach, former Boy Scout Cub Master, Scout Master, having served as a Unit Commissioner, who also taught at Scouting University and even advanced on to earn his Wood Badge (3 beads — DiniZulu). He worked along beside fellow Scout Master Forest “Chuck” Rowell and now, wonderful history has been made.
All things considered, according to the ScoutWiki page, earning your Wood Badge is a big deal. And as you already know, Boy Scouts of America has long been recognized as an organization that helps people grow up and become more responsible individuals. And with the recent news regarding some pretty embarrassing stories, it would seem they might want to reach out to us, on the possibility of learning more from Troop 145 in Florence, Alabama which we are directly in contact with.
We listened intently during their interview a short while ago, namely former Scout Master some time ago and as you will soon see in our future articles and news features on this topic, that Boy Scouts of America had lasting impact on the lives of these members. They tell me they have first hand, experienced the incredible power of Scouting and how it builds character. Yet what many may not know, is that Troop 145 was 100% African American and the outcome is simply amazing.
Some of these young men were disadvantaged and Troop 145 was not really recognized by the Boy Scouts of America. The Charter instructions were inaccessible to the leaders is what some say in Florence. Yet, all balanced out, which is especially apparent by the quality of their lives as evident today.
Mr. Alexander Roach Jr., taught them well by instilling within them, a positive outlook on life. Teaching them not what can hold them back, rather what can catapult them further into greatness.
Always fostering within them-good values, honor, and commitment. As one who served as a Doc/Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy, I can attest to the fact that these now grown men, benefitted greatly be becoming skilled, honorable, and now-majority professionals today.
Through Scouting, the members of Troop 145 have gained a better understanding of the world around them and how to be a better person. Many of them have developed strong moral values that will help them for the rest of their lives. They have also learned important skills such as responsibility, leadership, and teamwork that will help them succeed in their future endeavors.
The members of Troop 145 have also been able to experience the outdoors and appreciate nature in a way that cannot be replicated in any other setting. They have seen first-hand the beauty of the great outdoors and how it can have a positive effect on their mental and physical wellbeing. One of the most important things that the members of Troop 145 have learned is how to make their dreams come true.
Through Scouting, they have been able to develop the skills necessary to make their dreams a reality. They have been able to gain confidence, set goals, and take action to make those goals a reality.
The members of Troop 145 have certainly created a lasting impact on their own lives and in the lives of those around them. They have experienced the power of Scouting and how it can have a positive effect on our lives. They have made their dreams come true and have become better people for it.
As Alexander Roach Jr. said, “As I’ve said before, scouting has made every single one of us all better men throughout our lives.” whereas, former Scout Master Alexander Roach, Jr. has been notified that he has made the rare and reputable list of the Great and Relentless Few. He shall receive his award by Citation of the Mayor of Huntsville, Alabama soon. He says he is honored to have made the cut, and earned the title of, The Great and Relentless FEW.
Impacting Lives, Legacies, Making Dreams Come True: Great and Relentless Few Sounds Off on Troop 145, Florence, AL
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