What the Eagle Badge Represents

      The White of the Eagle badge represents honor.  The foremost responsibility of an Eagle Scout is to live with honor.  To an Eagle Scout, honor is the foundation of all character.  He knows that “a Scout is Trustworthy” is the very first point of the Scout Law for a good reason.  An Eagle Scout lives honorably not only because honor is important to him, but because of the vital significance of the example he sets for other Scouts.  Living with honor is a positive reflection on the Eagle’s home, church, troop, community, and self. 
      The Blue of the Eagle badge represents loyalty.  A Scout is true to his family, Scout leaders, friends, school, nation, and world.  His loyalty to his troop and fellow Scouts makes him pitch in and carry his share of the load.  All of these help build the loyalty that means devotion to community, to country, to one’s own ideals, and to God.
      The Red of the Eagle badge represents courage.  Courage has always been a quality by which men measure themselves and others.  To a Scout bravery means not only the courage to face physical danger, but also the determination to stand up for what is right.  Trusting in God with faith in his fellow man, the Eagle Scout looks forward to each day, seeking his share of the world’s work to do.  
      The red, white and blue ribbon is attached to the scroll of the Second Class Scout award, which has its ends turned up in a smile.  This reminds us that a Scout is cheerful.
      The Eagle suspended from the ribbon, represents the final responsibility of an Eagle Scout – service.  The Eagle Scout extends a helping hand to those who still toil up Scouting’s trail, just as others helped him in his climb to the Eagle.  Our Scout oath includes “helping other people at all times.”  The Scout slogan of “do a good turn daily” helps us give our lives in continuing service to others.  The Eagle stands as protector of the weak and helpless.  He upholds the rights of other while defending his own.  He will always “be prepared” to put forth his best.
      The Eagle Rank is Scouting’s highest award, to be worn with humility, ever mindful that the Eagle Scout is looked to as an example.  The Scout Oath and the Scout Law continue to be the guides for tomorrow and onward.