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THE YORK RITE
is a democratic rite and
thus is sometimes called
The American Rite

American in the arrangement of symbolic, capitular, cryptic, and chivalric degrees into one system.

American in that its history coincides with that of the American Republic. The General Grand Chapter of Royal Arch Masons was established in 1797.

American in that its bodies are to be found in every State of the American Union, as well as in every city and town of consequence throughout our broad Domain.

American in that its highest offices are open to any man of character and ability.

American in its ideals, its philosophy and its government.

American in that it teaches true patriotism and love of country.

American in its support of those fundamental institutions -- the home, the church, the state, and the school.

American in its democratic organization, for in its council halls each member has a right to be heard. Wherever the American Flag flies will be found branches of the American Rite.

THE YORK RITE IS ANCIENT CRAFT MASONRY