Knights of the Golden Eagle postcard collection, 1908-1930

Collection

Identifier: A1995-071

Dates

Creation: 1908-1930

Conditions Governing Access

This collection is open for research.

Conditions Governing Use

Materials in this collection may be governed by copyright. It is the responsibility of the researcher to identify and satisfy the holders of all copyrights. Please contact the Archivist regarding permission to publish material.

Biographical / Historical

The Knights of the Golden Eagle was founded in 1872 was a fraternal benefit society. Its ceremonial rites were founded on the history of the Crusades. Membership was limited to those who believed in a supreme being, were white, male, at least 18 years of age, free of mental or bodily handicaps, able to write and support himself, law-abiding citizen, of sound moral character, and a believer in the Christian faith. This organization no longer exists.