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Improved Order of Red Men, Fruitland

2 folders (0.02 linear feet)

(1932 – 1960)

Edward H. Nabb Center for Delmarva History and Culture, Salisbury, University, Salisbury, Maryland

Identifier 2015.021
Creator(s) Unknown
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Donated by James L. Brown.
Language(s) English
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Preferred Citation "Item, collection title and identifier, box # and folder # (if applicable), Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History and Culture, Salisbury University, Salisbury, Maryland."
Attribution Finding aid written by K. Doughty, August 2015.
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Abstract

Improved Order of Red Men, Fruitland records documents the chapter out of Fruitland, Maryland, Tribe 149. There are photographs and newspaper clipping of the members of the group.

Administrative History

Improved Order of Red Men is one of the oldest fraternities in the United States. The group was made up of members from the Sons of Liberty and Sons of St. Tamia, which were patriotic groups that split because of differences. Improved Order of Red Men (IORM) officially got their name in 1934 after being changed from Society of Red Men. Their mission was to show their love for the United States and principles for liberty. "Freedom, Friendship, and Charity" is the motto of the fraternity.
The Improved Order of Red Men took the customs and terminology from the Native Americans. Since the original members of the group were said to have been part of the historical Boston Tea party where they dressed as Native Americans, they have continued with this tradition. The group follows the orders, rituals and language of Native Americans.

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Subject Terms

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    • Photography
  • Corporate Names
    • Improved Order of Red Men
  • Location Terms
    • Fruitland (Md.)

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