Scouting Starts on Anglesey
26th May 1909
Scouting starts on Anglesey with the initial meeting of 1st Holyhead Scout Troop.
Read moreHolyhead Scout Awarded Silver Medal
25th June 1909
Scout Neville Riley from 1st Holyhead Troop saved the life of a local boy, who nearly drowned off the coast of Holyhead.
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Henry Fox Russell Awarded MC
14th December 1917
Henry Fox Russell was a member of the 1st Holyhead Scout Troop, Wolf Patrol. Following his brother John’s footsteps he went to war, enlisting in the RAF and receiving a gallantry award for his brave actions.
Read moreJohn Fox Russell Awarded VC
11th January 1918
Captain John Fox Russell, who was a member of the 1st Holyhead Scout Troop, was awarded the Victoria Cross posthumously on January 11th 1918, after serving as a medical officer during the Sinai and Palestine Campaign.
Read moreHolyhead Scout Awarded Silver Cross
31st August 1926
Rover Scout J. Scarff of 1st Holyhead Troop was awarded the Silver Cross for his gallant attempt at saving the life of a young boy.
Read moreFrederick N. Riley Awarded DSO
8th September 1942
Captain Riley, a former Scout at 1st Holyhead, was awarded a Distinguished Service Order for meritorious and distinguished conduct in the Second World War.
Read moreVisit of HM The Queen
22nd June 1977
To commemorate 25 years since her ascension to the throne, HRH Queen Elizabeth II embarked on a Silver Jubilee tour of the Commonwealth, including a visit to North Wales.
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