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The History of the Knights of Pythias by Hugh Goold Webb is a comprehensive account of the origins, development, and activities of the Knights of Pythias, a fraternal organization founded in 1864 in Washington, D.C. The book traces the history of the organization from its early days as a secret society to its growth into a national institution with chapters in every state in the United States and in several foreign countries. The author provides detailed information about the founders of the Knights of Pythias, their motivations for creating the organization, and the rituals and ceremonies that they developed to promote fellowship, charity, and benevolence among its members. The book also explores the social and political context in which the Knights of Pythias emerged, including the impact of the Civil War and the rise of industrialization and urbanization in the late 19th century. Throughout the book, Webb draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official records, personal correspondence, and newspaper accounts, to provide a rich and detailed portrait of the Knights of Pythias and its members. He also examines the organization’s role in promoting social and political causes, such as temperance and civil rights, and its efforts to support charitable causes, including the establishment of hospitals and orphanages. Overall, The History of the Knights of Pythias is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of fraternal organizations, the social and political history of the United States, or the role of voluntary associations in American society.1910. This volume discusses the history of the Knights of Pythias and its branches and auxiliary, together with an account of the origin of secret societies, the rise and fall of chivalry and historical chapters on the Pythian Ritual.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.
