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Rh Uniform. Khaki Norfolk suit. Scout hat with gold and black hat cord (see Com. on Uniforms, Jan. 12, 1918).

Insignia. Four bands one-fourth-inch black braid, all around left cuff (Com. on Standards, May 7, 1918).

Local Field Captains

May be employed by Local Councils for organizing their work.

Uniform. Khaki Norfolk suit. Scout hat, gold and black hat cord (Com. on Uniforms, Jan. 12, 1918).

Troops

Insignia. Three bands of one-fourth-inch black braid all around left cuff (Com. on Standards, May 7, 1918).

Girl Scouts are organized in troops under the direct charge of a Captain who may or may not have one or more Lieutenants to assist her.

A troop may be of any size, although it is not advisable for a Captain to have a troop of more than thirty girls unless she is assisted by a capable Lieutenant.

The Captain

Must not be less than twenty-one years old, and must have a personal character and standing, a good moral influence over girls, and sufficient steadfastness of purpose to carry out the work with energy and perseverance. She should have a general knowledge of the Handbook, and should appreciate the underlying aim and principles of Girl Scout training. She must apply to National