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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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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

A grandfather of three who opposes abortion, he is an ardent Catholic and a fourth-degree member of the Knights of Columbus, a rank given for patriotism.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 27, 2021

Knights of Columbus, as you helped the Church to solve the problems of the war, so will you also help to solve the greater problems of peace.

From Catholic Problems in Western Canada by Daly, George Thomas