Description

Territorial Masonry: The Story of Freemasonry and the Louisiana Purchase by Ray V. Denslow is a historical book that explores the role of Freemasonry in the Louisiana Purchase. The book delves into the history of Freemasonry, a fraternal organization that has been around for centuries, and its influence on the Louisiana Purchase, a significant event in American history. The book provides a detailed account of the Louisiana Purchase, which was a land deal between the United States and France in 1803 that doubled the size of the United States. Denslow examines the role of Freemasons in the negotiations and how their influence helped to make the deal possible. Territorial Masonry also explores the history of Freemasonry in the United States, its origins, and its growth in the early years of the country. The book provides insight into the beliefs and practices of Freemasonry and how they influenced the men who were involved in the Louisiana Purchase. Overall, Territorial Masonry is a fascinating read for anyone interested in American history, Freemasonry, or the Louisiana Purchase. The book provides a unique perspective on this significant event in American history and sheds light on the influence of Freemasonry on the country's early years.Contents: Masonic Pathfinders, Pioneers, and Military Leaders; Duelists; The Mother Lodge of the Mississippi Valley; Freemasons and the State Constitution; the First Grand Lodge; plus much more vital information on Freemasonry's connection to the Louisiana Purchase.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.