Publisher's Synopsis
The Official History of Freemasonry Among the Colored People in North America is a book written by William H. Grimshaw. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed account of the history of Freemasonry among African Americans in North America. It covers the period from the early days of Freemasonry in the United States to the present day, tracing the evolution of the organization and its role in the African American community.The book explores the various lodges and chapters of Freemasonry that were established by African Americans throughout North America, including the Prince Hall Grand Lodge, which was founded in Boston in 1784. It also examines the contributions of prominent African American Freemasons, including Booker T. Washington, W.E.B. Du Bois, and Thurgood Marshall.The Official History of Freemasonry Among the Colored People in North America provides a detailed look at the inner workings of Freemasonry, including its rituals, symbols, and organizational structure. It also examines the challenges that African American Freemasons faced in a society that was often hostile to their participation in the organization.Overall, the book is an important and valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry among African Americans in North America. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the organization's evolution and its role in the African American community.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.
