Tag: Monument
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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
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Henry Clay: A Proud American & Proud Mason
Henry Clay, a key figure in American history, excelled in law, politics, and Freemasonry. His influence in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives earned him the title of “The Great Compromiser,” delaying the Civil War. Appointed Secretary of State under John Quincy Adams, he famously proclaimed, “I would rather be right than be President.” Read more
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Front Royal Lodges Exhibit Fraternity
Front Royal’s “New Deal” program embodies cooperation and civic loyalty, closely tied to the town’s historical Fraternal organizations. Freemasonry has played a significant role since 1799, with Unity Lodge No. 146 still active, and the Order of the Eastern Star established in 1910. These organizations continue to contribute to the community’s spirit of fraternity. Read more
Unity Lodge No. 146 