Requirement

2. People and organizations in American history. Do TWO

Required

The badge states the choice: two of four.

Note. The organization in 2(b) and the interviews in 2(c) and 2(d) each need your counselor's approval first. 2(a) does not.

Tip. Several routes need your counselor's approval before you begin: 2(b), 2(c) and 2(d), and 5(b). The films in 5(a) need the approval and permission of both your counselor and your parent or guardian. Decide your routes for 2, 4 and 5 early and ask at the first meeting.

What this is made of

2(a). A political leader and a private citizen, compared
2(b). An organization that promoted positive change
2(c). Interview two veterans of the U.S. military
2(d). Interview three people in your community

Where this step comes from

American Heritage Merit Badge Requirements (Merit Badge Hub, last modified 2025-09-19), Requirement 2 · States "Do TWO of the following"; (b), (c) and (d) each require your counselor's approval.

Notes and warnings

What this is made of

Where this step comes from