It's the highest rank in the Boy Scouts of America. They were formed to prepare young people to make good ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes, and to be self-reliant, contributing members of their communities.

[he says it matter-of-factly, yes, but with a smile and a quiet sense of pride. not the sort of pride that comes with ego, the pride that comes of being part of something you believe in.]

You seem to me like you could qualify as an Eagle yourself, Ace. You've certainly got the temperament.