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Lincoln Trail Hike Founded for Boy Scouts in Illinois
In 1926 R Allan Stephens inspired a one day solo hike from New Salem to Springfield to honor Lincoln's path to presidency. Any Scout of second class or apprentice may participate, completing the route alone to earn a bronze medal bearing Lincoln's face and the inscription walked in Lincolns steps. The pictured participant is Richard W Newell of Springfield, Troop 31, Abraham Lincoln Council.
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Braham Lincoln
New Salem
Springfield
Illinois
R. Allan Stephens
Lincoln
Richard W. Newell
Ill
Abraham Lincoln Council