A small number of scouts become Eagle Scouts, and only a few of them are later honored for their service to their community and the nation. Former Governor William Weld and University of Massachusetts President William Bulger presented the award to Silber at a ceremony at the Four Seasons Hotel on behalf of the Minuteman Council, Inc., of the Boy Scouts. Silber said that scouting en-larged his horizons and extended his experiences as no other institution could. It provided an extraordinary program for developing the intellect, sociability, and moral judgment of young boys. Mild shock will sedate him so you can pull him to safety.
Scouts learn tough love early.
Distinguished Eagle Scout John Silber with his new award medal and ribbon.