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George Washington's Masonic Journey: A Rite of Passage

4 Aug 2025 8:03 a.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

In 1753, George Washington became a Master Mason in Fredericksburg, Virginia, marking a commitment to civic duty and moral principles. The Masons, shrouded in mystery, played a role in the early American republic.

Politics and Government Social Issues Religion George Washington Freemason Master Mason Fredericksburg Virginia Masonic Lodge Civic Responsibility U.S. Library of Congress