Certificate of membership for Edward Papsworth of the Widows and Orphans branch (court number 1840)
Ancient Order of Foresters certificate
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- ReferenceGB 96 MS1162
- Dates of Creation1st Jun 1863 - 30th Jun 1863
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- Language of MaterialEnglish
- Physical Description1 framed certificate
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Administrative / Biographical History
The Ancient Order of Foresters was founded in 1834 although it orginated as the Royal Foresters in the previous century. The order is a friendly society devoted to assisting members in need. It expanded rapidly and reached Canada, the United States, South Africa, the West Indies, Australia and New Zealand: "courts" were branches. The primary court was in Leeds. The Foresters Friendly Society continues its work to this day.
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Archivist's Note
Compiled by Stacey Anderson (09/02/22).