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by J. Hugo Tatsch (Author)
The First Masonic Lodge of Virginia by J. Hugo Tatsch is a historical book that focuses on the origins and development of the first Masonic lodge in Virginia. The book provides a detailed account of the founding of the lodge, its early members, and its role in shaping the Masonic tradition in Virginia and beyond.The author starts by tracing the history of Freemasonry in Virginia, from its early beginnings in the 1730s to the establishment of the first lodge in 1752. He then goes on to describe the founding of the first Masonic lodge in Virginia, which was established in 1757 in the town of Fredericksburg.The book provides a comprehensive overview of the lodge's early years, including its membership, rituals, and activities. It also explores the role of the lodge in the wider Masonic community, including its relationships with other lodges in Virginia and beyond.Throughout the book, the author draws on a range of primary sources, including lodge records, letters, and other historical documents, to provide a detailed and engaging account of the first Masonic lodge in Virginia. The book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of Freemasonry in Virginia and the wider United States.THIS 26 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Freemasonry in the Thirteen Colonies, by J. Hugo Tatsch. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564595951.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.
