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A fraternal (meaning "of or like a brother or brothers") organization, organization, or simply "fraternity" is an organized men's society / group / club associated together in an environment of companionship and brotherhood; dedicated to the intellectual, physical, and social development of its members or political cause. They usually share a common belief or occupation, and more recently some have branches of them for women.

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What does O.S. K.U.V stand for on a headstone?

I believe it is the the symbol of the "Österreichischer Männer-Kranken-Unterstützungsverein"; this translates to "Austrian Men's Health Benefits Organization" or "Austrian Sick Benefits Club" I believ …
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Determining if family member was Freemason in 1800s?

A lot of what I have been able to determine can be eloborated on this page. Note: I will add the caveat that I personally am not a Mason, but several generations of my ancestors, including living, ar …
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