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Knights of the Order of Saint Andrew
Valley of Southwest Georgia

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Our Knights chose the Royal Stewart Tartan and Black Glengarry Bonnet as our Scottish dress attire. Scottish attire is highly encouraged during our annual meeting in July along with other designated functions throughout the Year. In lieu of the Scottish attire, a blue or blackblazer, sash,broach and glengarry are worn.

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History

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With Templar Roots

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The Battle of Bannockburn was being fought on the 24th day of June, 1314 when a group of exiled Templars rode into the fray and turned the tide of battle. This intervention may well have tipped the scales in favor of Scottish independence.

 

In gratitude for the assistance of that group of former Templars, Robert the Bruce created the Order of Saint Andrew du Chardon (of the Thistle) of Scotland.

 

King Robert reserved the title of Grand Master for himself and his successors forever. He granted a charter of land to the members of his new Order.     Prince Charles Edward Stuart was the last Grand Master of the Scottish Order and exercised his powers by establishing a Chapter of Rose Croix 

at Arres, France.

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Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite

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When the Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite was organized in the early 1730s, explanatory degrees were added to those of the Blue Lodge. Degrees of the Rites of Heredom and Perfection along with other degrees and rites from Scotland, France, and Germany were added. The 29th Degree became the “Scottish Knight of St. Andrew.” Exemplifying the qualities of the Knights Templars and those of the Order of St. Andrew du Chardon, this degree remains with us today.

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MISSION

 

To provide support and service to the Scottish Rite Valley of SouthWest Georgia, while presenting a sense of pride, fellowship, and Service to all members.

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