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The Order of the Redman Society
The fraternity traces its origins back to 1765 and is descended from the Sons
of Liberty. These patriots concealed their identities and worked
"underground" to help establish freedom and liberty in the early
Colonies. They patterned themselves after the great Iroquois Confederacy and
its democratic governing body. Their system, with elected representatives to
govern tribal councils, had been in existence for several centuries.
After the War of 1812 the name was changed to the Society of Red Men and in
1834 to the Improved Order of Red Men. They kept the customs and terminology
of Native Americans as a basic part of the fraternity. Some of the words and
terms may sound strange, but they soon become a familiar part of the language
for every member. The Improved Order of Red Men (IORM) is similar in many ways
to other major fraternal organizations in the United States.
The Improved Order of Red Men is a national fraternal organization that
believes in…
Love of and respect for the American Flag.
Preserving our Nation by defending and upholding the principle of free
Government.
America and the democratic way of life.
Preserving the traditions and history of this great Country.
Creating and inspiring a greater love for the United States of America.
Helping our fellow men through organized charitable programs.
Linking our members together in a common bond of Brotherhood and Friendship.
Perpetuating the beautiful legends and traditions of a once-vanishing race and
the keeping alive some of the traditional customs, ceremonies, and
philosophies.Raymond Oliver Smith is in the last row, the second from the right. Who Are The Red Men? Legally, The Improved Order of Red Men is a patriotic fraternity chartered by Congress. It is a non-profit organization devoted to inspiring a greater love for the United States of America and the principles of American Liberty. The information above was taken from the Improved Order of Red Men website. |
Contributed by Wanda Counsil
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