Ancient United Knights and Daughters of Africa

Founding Era | Year: Late 19th century (1880-1899) | 1887
Founding Place: Nashville, Tennessee
Founding & Reorganizing Leaders: Dr. D. L. Martin, John W. Wheeler, William H. Fields
Later Headquarters: St. Louis, MO
Geographic Scope: Continental
Gender Organization: Male / Female Partners, Integrated
Type of Order: Distinctive Black order, Provides benefits or life insurance
Civic Engagement: Anti-lynching actions, Opposed to Amos 'n Andy or Birth of a Nation, Community charitable, public health, or education program, Fought for civil and/or voting rights
Institutions Run by Order: Headquarters building
Original Sources: Constitution & By laws, Convention proceedings or event program, Badge picture, Badge with Black hands, Group picture
Updated: Jun 24, 2023