Unity Lodge No. 146

Tag: Confederacy

  • Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial

    Friend to Friend Masonic Memorial

    In 1993, the Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania erected a Masonic Memorial honoring the bonds of friendship between Freemasons of the Union and Confederacy. The memorial depicts the friendship between Union General Winfield Scott Hancock and Confederate General Lewis Addison Armistead, who fought on opposite sides during the Civil War, and their poignant encounter at Gettysburg. Read more

  • In Recognition of Noted Civil War Historian, Hugh D. McCormick

    In Recognition of Noted Civil War Historian, Hugh D. McCormick

    Hugh D. McCormick, a distinguished lawyer, author, Civil War historian, and World War II veteran, passed away at 95. Hon. Frank R. Wolf of Virginia highlighted McCormick’s contributions, including the book “Confederate Son,” detailing his family’s involvement in the Civil War. The legal community also honored McCormick’s legacy, emphasizing his enthusiasm for life and philanthropy. Read more