What is now known as National 4-H Week began as an outgrowth of World War II. Following Pearl Harbor, it was decided to post-pone holding the National 4-H Camp in Washington, D.C., until the cessation of hostilities. W. H. Palmer, State 4-H Leader in Ohio, soon after announced plans for a State 4-H Mobilization Week…
The origins of National 4-H Week
