On this date in 1775, Prince Hall founded Africa Lodge No. 1 in Boston, Massachusetts, marking a pivotal moment in history as it became the first Black Lodge of Free Masons in the United States.
Prince Hall, an African American abolitionist and activist, was instrumental in creating this lodge after being denied membership in mainstream Masonic lodges due to racial barriers. His efforts not only established a legacy of Black Freemasonry but also provided a space for African Americans to engage in mutual support, community building, and advocacy for civil rights during a time of extreme racial discrimination.
The establishment of Africa Lodge No. 1 is a significant milestone in both the history of Freemasonry and African American empowerment.
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