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At the World Jamboree other Americans and I noticed how simplified other countries' uniforms were. Indeed, we do have many patches and large sizes. I even heard to other countries might have coined Americans as "Ego Scouts" in reference to all the badges on our uniforms. A very major shift, but might we consider smaller patch sizes? For instance, can we reduce knot sizes to fit four in a row, rather than three? Badges of office could be half their current size. I think most patches could be reduced in size. Seems we went in the right direction with the new green Trained patch being slightly smaller. I can see it now, all the down votes, but I thought I'd put that out there.
Moderator Comments
10/7/2009

From: James (Jamie) K. Shearer, Department Manager, Program Impact Department

Each Scout Organization throughout the world has control over their marks, insignia, and uniforms – something that sets each organization apart from the others, yet all part of the world brotherhood of Scouting. Your recommendation will be passed along to the Advancement Task force for review and possible action.