Are There Any Famous And High Achievers In Freemasonry?
One of the core values in Freemasonry is “5/ Seek excellence in all pursuits” so it is little wonder many Freemasons are high achievers? One of the most famous and often misunderstood, are the founding fathers of the United States of America, a beacon of light and freedom for the whole world to see and follow. In fact, there were about 9 of the founding fathers of the USA that were Freemasons !
The Image below shows many of the 56 signatures of the Declaration of Independence:
Carefully examining the above image, one can view several signatures of certain prominent founding fathers who were Freemasons, putting their lives on the line for the people of the new world, the United States of America. These men sacrificed everything for the good of their country and countrymen, ultimately kicking out the tyrannical monarchy from their land, saving their fellow man from certain oppression and servitude and ensuring all men great prosperity and freedom for many years to come.
masonic Signatories of the Declaration of independence
George Washington:
Born – Virginia 1732 ~ 1797
A signatory of the Declaration of Independence and the 1st President of the USA – 1789
Masonic Lodges:
Merchants Lodge No. 277 and
Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4 Fredericksburg
George Washington became a member of the Order of the Freemasons in October 1752 by joining the Fredericksburg Lodge No. 4 in Fredericksburg, Virginia. His intention in joining this preeminent, male-only fraternity was primarily to promote his social standing in Virginia. As a young man quickly growing in both wealth and influence, it only made sense for George Washington to associate with other men of like standing. Also, he was drawn to the Freemason’s belief in the ideals of the European Enlightenment (specifically, rationalism and fraternalism). He continued to be involved in his lodge and others as he aged and became involved in the military and, later, in politics.
Sources:
https://georgewashington.org/freemasonry.jsp
https://www.britannica.com/biography/George-Washington