Degree of Pocahontas. Wahkiakum Council No. 40 (Skamokowa, Wash.)

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The Improved Order of Red Men is a fraternal organization, founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1834.

From the guide to the Degree of Pocahontas. Wahkiakum Council No. 40 records, 1918-1953, (Oregon Historical Society Research Library)

The Improved Order of Red Men is a fraternal organization, founded in Baltimore, Maryland in 1834.

It is an offshoot of the Sons of Liberty, who participated in the Boston Tea Party dressed as Native Americans. They dress as Native Americans, are organized into tribes and observe rituals. The ladies auxiliary is the Degree of Pocahontas.

From the description of Degree of Pocahontas. Wahkiakum Council No. 40 records [manuscript], 1918-1953. (Oregon Historical Society Research Library). WorldCat record id: 752165995

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