Textile Worker Blue

Textile Worker  Felt Scout Badge Blue 1913 to 1928

The textile worker badge has the image of a shuttle from a weaver. 

First Issued in 1913,

This proficiency badge was worn on the right arm, starting from the cuff upwards in order of achievement.

To earn the Textile Worker badge*

Must have a general knowledge of the names and natures of the raw materials used in weaving and spinning; where they are grown and obtained; and the names and natures of the finished products made from the raw materials. He must understand and describe the different processes by which the raw material becomes finished product, and must have a detailed practical knowledge of at least one particular branch of the textile industry, such as spinning, weaving or finishing

* The requirements did vary through the years in POR.