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Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, Inc.
Organized in New York City, May 4, 1836
It is hereby declared and decreed that the purpose of this
organization, the
Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, Inc. is:
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To promote Friendship, Unity, and Christian Charity
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To foster and sustain loyalty to our country and community.
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To aid and advance, by all legitimate means, the aspirations
and endeavors of the Irish people for complete independence, promoting peace
with justice and unity for Ireland.
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To foster the ideals and perpetuate the history and
traditions of the Irish people in the United States.
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To promote Irish culture and language in America.
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To encourage civic participation by our members.
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To encourage and promote an equitable U.S. immigration laws
for Ireland, and to cooperate with other groups for a fair and just immigration
policy in the United States.
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To accept and support, without prejudice, the concept of a
free expression of religious practice for all the people of the world.
Membership in the Ancient Order of Hibernians in America, Inc. is
confined exclusively to practicing Roman Catholics of Irish birth or descent,
who are citizens, or who have declared their intention to become citizens of the
United States, Canada, or any country of the Western Hemisphere. |
