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Knights of Columbus

American  

noun

  1. an international fraternal and benevolent organization of Roman Catholic men, founded in New Haven, Connecticut, in 1882.


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Criticism of Trump’s attack on the pope also came from the Knights of Columbus, a nonpartisan lay Catholic organization with far-reaching influence in parishes across the U.S.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

The Connecticut-based Knights of Columbus contributed $1 million.

From Washington Times • Oct. 31, 2023

A man named George who identified himself as a member of the Knights of Columbus was stationed on the edge of the National Mall, handing out free hats to participants.

From Slate • Jan. 21, 2023

She stands on a black granite base that reads “Shrine to the Unborn” and bears the logo of the Knights of Columbus, a male Catholic fraternal group.

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 3, 2022

The Knights of Columbus and the Salvation Army both did magnificent service, in canteens and trenches.

From Our Army at the Front by Broun, Heywood

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