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Agnes Baden-Powell


 

Agnes Baden-Powell (1858-June 2, 1945) became the first president of the Girl Guides when it was formed in 1910. She was sister to Robert Baden-Powell, the founder of the world scouting movement, and was asked by him to organise Girl Guides in the United Kingdom.

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June - 1945 - Girl Guides - 1910 - Robert Baden-Powell - Scouting

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She stepped down as president of the Girl Guides in 1917 and was replaced by Princess Mary. She remained as vice-president of the Girl Guides until her death at age 86.

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1917 - Princess Mary

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