Publisher's Synopsis
The Official History of Freemasonry Among the Colored People in North America by William H. Grimshaw is a comprehensive account of the history of Freemasonry among African Americans in North America. The book covers the origins of Freemasonry among African Americans, its growth and development, and the important role it played in the civil rights movement. Grimshaw also explores the challenges that African American Freemasons faced, including racism and discrimination, and how they overcame these obstacles to become an integral part of the larger Masonic community. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry, African American history, and the civil rights movement.Tracing the growth of Masonry from 1717 down to the present day, bringing to light many interesting facts unknown to the great body of the Craft. Also giving an account of the introduction of Freemasonry into America, its origin and practice among Negroes, the establishment of Subordinate and Grand Lodges, Royal Arch Chapters, Commanderies, the Scottish Rite, Nobles with its ninety-seven degrees, to which is appended much general information tending to show the progress of the race in citizenship, business, education, wealth, with the names of prominent Americans who have become famous in the Craft and other walks of life. Absolutely the most complete book you will ever find on Prince Hall Masonry. Highly recommended.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
