A swagger stick is a short stick or riding crop usually carried by a uniformed person as a symbol of authority.
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The Honor Society Museum is honored to preserve not only the accolades of past leaders, but pieces of history, frozen in their own time. This is a vintage Certificate from the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools, Desert Storm ‘91. Through the power of connection and service to the community, the leaders of tomorrow are taught valuable leadership lessons that […]
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No matter what year it is, high school graduates always have that look in their eye–proud, excited and ready for what the future holds! Look at the happy faces this Norton Center High School Class of 1943 photo! Preserving the relics of our past is something we’re so honored to do. It’s important for societies, students and graduates to meet […]
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Did you know there are a number of societies that recognize individuals for their relation to those who founded this country? We were pleased to get our hands on this copy of the “National Society Sons of the American Revolution 2015 Membership Directory.” Community service, personal/professional growth and a desire to network with the world at large are all key […]
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This antique cabinet photo of young woman shows off the style of the times for college students over a century ago, and the Honor Society Museum feels so privileged to get this glimpse into the past. he Honor Society Museum is dedicated to preserving the awards and accolades of the leaders of our past so that the leaders of tomorrow–our […]
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While there are texts that contain at least 300 years of information, Phi Beta Kappa also felt it would be easier to break down their history into segments for future generations to read about. This is best illustrated by this book, “Fifty Years of Phi Beta Kappa at Stanford,” covering the years 1891-1941. Phi Beta Kappa aims to promote and […]
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Aside from antique items, the Honor Society Museum also works to preserve very RARE items, like this 1936 Los Angeles Banks School Savings/Associate Honor Pupil Thrift Certificate. The Honor Society Museum believes in preserving the rich history, values, and traditions of honor societies from both the past and present. Many of the accolades and awards displayed in our Museum date […]
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It’s amazing to take a look back into time to see what the fearless leaders of our past looked like in their youth. Look at those big smiles on this panoramic class photo of the Sophomore Class at Carleton College in 1947. This is nearly an 80-year old photo, and yet you can clearly see the distinct features and emotions! […]
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The Honor Society Museum houses a large number of different pins and medals, ranging from the 1700’s to today. Here is a Williamsburg Virginia Medal from 1976. While this is relatively modern, don’t forget that 1976 was still 43 years ago! Many of the medals have been updated to reflect the look and feel of the times, which is why […]
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1851 catalog of Dartmouth Phi Beta Kappa members, officers and past members. Lists past members by class from 1787 through 1851. The catalog is 39 pages long. Daniel Webster is listed as a member from the class of 1801.
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