Masonic Pioneers

By Ray Vaughn Denslow

Book Overview

Masonic Pioneers is a book written by Ray V. Denslow. It is a comprehensive historical account of the early days of Freemasonry in the United States. The book covers the period from the late 1700s to the mid-1800s, when Freemasonry was still a relatively new and rapidly growing organization in America. Denslow's research is based on original documents, letters, and other primary sources that shed light on the origins and development of Freemasonry in the United States. The book includes biographical sketches of the most important Masonic figures of the time, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Paul Revere. The author also delves into the controversies and conflicts that arose within the Masonic community during this period. He discusses the anti-Masonic movement that emerged in the 1820s and 1830s, which accused the organization of being a secret society that threatened American democracy. Overall, Masonic Pioneers is an important contribution to the history of Freemasonry in the United States. It provides a detailed and engaging account of the people, events, and ideas that shaped this influential organization during its early years.THIS 34 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Territorial Masonry: The Story of Freemasonry and the Louisiana Purchase, by Ray V. Denslow. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 156459551X.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162869275
• ISBN13: 9781162869278
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 36 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"