Hermannssöhne (German) | |
Named after | Hermann |
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Established | July 20, 1840 |
Founded at | New York, New York |
Type | Mutual aid society |
Area served | United States |
Website | hermannsonslife sonsofherman |
The Order of the Sons of Hermann (German: Orden der Hermannssöhne) is a mutual aid society for German immigrants that was formed in New York City on July 20, 1840,[1][2] and remains active in the states of California, Ohio, and Texas today.[3] Now open to members of any heritage, the order provides low-cost insurance and mutual aid and has historically promoted the preservation of the German language and traditions.
The organization is named for Hermann the Cherusker, also known as Arminius, a German hero who overthrew his people's Roman oppressors.[4]