Hermannssöhne (German) | |
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| 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]
- ^ Fritz Schilo, "Sons of Hermann", Handbook of Texas Online, Texas State Historical Society, retrieved August 14, 2013.
- ^ "Die Hermann's Soehne: An Order with an Honorable Record for Benevolence: Works of Charity Quietly Done: A Society Founded to Foster the German Language and Customs – A Statue to Hermann, the Teuton Warrior," New York Times, May 19, 1895, p. 21. (pdf)
- ^ "Hermann Sons | German | California". Odhs. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
- ^ The Grand Lodge Order of the Sons of Hermann in Texas: The First One Hundred Years, 1890-1990. San Antonio, Texas: Grand Lodge of the Order of the Sons of Hermann in the State of Texas. 1990. pp. 1–4.