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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

After all, the Sacred Military Constantinian Order of St. George is not comparable to more familiar fraternal societies like the Knights of Columbus, or Catholic lay orders like the Knights of Malta.

From Slate Nov. 4, 2024

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

From Washington Times Oct. 31, 2023

Its large backyard contains artwork depicting the Stations of the Cross, according to Eduardo Prieto of the Knights of Columbus, who served as security there for social gatherings attended by dozens of priests.

From Los Angeles Times Feb. 19, 2023

It was but one of the many activities of the Knights of Columbus, but one of the most appreciated.

From History of the World War An Authentic Narrative of the World's Greatest War by March, Francis Andrew

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