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The Patriarchs Militant (PM) is the uniformed branch of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, established in 1885. It represents the highest degree within the IOOF, focusing on ceremonial and fraternal activities. Patriarchs Militant lodges are referred to as Cantons. Sometimes the Patriarchs Militant is referred to as “the Canton”, due to the Canton being the name used instead of “Lodge”.
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Fun Facts:In 1851, the IOOF became the first U.S. fraternity to include women by creating the Rebekah Degree, thanks to Schuyler Colfax. Named after the biblical Rebekah.
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