Beyond Monuments: The Masonic Legacy in Lisbon and the United States Capital


Beyond Monuments: The Masonic Legacy in Lisbon and the United States Capital

(by Jay Costa Owen, Portugal Resident, 30th May 2023)

 

Despite being a relatively young nation, the United States of America boasts a rich history, full of notable figures and events that have helped shape the country. This month, I had the opportunity of visiting Washington D.C. for the first time.

Ever since I watched ‘National Treasure’ as a child, I was intrigued by the idea of a secret treasure hidden away by the Founding Fathers, who were also members of a secret society known as the Freemasons.

The film centres around a treasure hunt in Washington D.C., where the protagonist, played by Nicholas Cage, seeks to uncover the treasure by deciphering secrets and symbols hidden around the city by the Freemasons.

According to legend, the builders of Solomon’s Temple are believed to have been the earliest Masons. Even if it is just a legend, it is clear that the origins of Freemasonry can be traced back to ancient times. The traditions and practices of Freemasonry can be…

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Beyond Monuments: The Masonic Legacy in Lisbon and the United States Capital

 

Beyond Monuments: The Masonic Legacy in Lisbon and the United States Capital
 

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