This article appeared in Knight Templar Magazine in November 2013, and was a leader article for a book that I co-wrote with Fred Lomax entitled Freemasonry and Fraternal Societies, which was published the following year. As with the other fraternal … Continue reading →
The cover of my latest book Freemasonry and Fraternal Societies reveals a great historical photo of the Rechabites walking through the village of Shevington, a village just north of Wigan in Lancashire. The date on the original photograph is given … Continue reading →
There are numerous exclusive Gentlemen’s Clubs situated in London, clubs that have a somewhat secretive history and have included the rich and powerful amongst its members, some of whom have also been Freemasons. Presented here is a list of … Continue reading →
In the last article, we have seen how the political elite and the rich and powerful can network and forge relationships in certain secretive organisations that can be essential to decision making, business deals and gaining political support. But the … Continue reading →
David Harrison and Fred Lomax have combined to write a very informative book on fraternal societies and their development in the UK. In addition one can see how closely fraternal societies in the US and UK are connected. This is … Continue reading →
The Ancient Order of Druids was formed as a Friendly Society at the King’s Arms in London in 1781 and soon began to spread its influence, forming new ‘lodges’. Even though the Society suffered in the wake of the Secret … Continue reading →
Leading Masonic authors Dr David Harrison and Fred Lomax re-examine Friendly Societies, Freemasonry
