Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 3 (Philadelphia, Pa.) records 1956-1960

Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 3 (Philadelphia, Pa.) records

The Ancient Order of Hibernians originated as a secret society in Ireland in the late 16th century. It was established in the United States in 1836. Now known as the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, it is a fraternal benefit society open to those who are Irish and Catholic. The Order provi...

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Main Author: Ancient Order of Hibernians. Division 3 (Philadelphia, Pa.) (Creator)
Collection:Ancient Order of Hibernians, Division 3 (Philadelphia, Pa.) Records
Collection Number:MSS108
Format: Manuscript
Language:English
Subjects:
Irish Americans > Pennsylvania > Philadelphia > Societies, etc.
Postal service > Employees.
Physical Description: 0.2 Linear feet 0.2 linear feet, 1 box
Summary: The Ancient Order of Hibernians originated as a secret society in Ireland in the late 16th century. It was established in the United States in 1836. Now known as the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, it is a fraternal benefit society open to those who are Irish and Catholic. The Order provides insurance benefits to members and undertakes charitable and educational activities. This division was founded in South Philadelphia in 1956 and is now defunct. The collection contains minutes.

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