Written by Br. Billy Kozuh, Junior Deacon
Freemasonry has played a significant role in the history of the United States. Many of the Founding Fathers, including George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, and Paul Revere, were Freemasons. The principles of Freemasonry, such as liberty, equality, and fraternity, strongly influenced the formation of the nation. The Masonic values of freedom of thought, democratic governance, and the pursuit of knowledge have left an indelible mark on American society and continue to resonate in the nation’s ideals.