Grand United Order Of Fishermen Of Galilee Of Eastern & Western Hemispheres

Founding Era | Year: Early 20th century (1900-1919) | 1904
Founding Place: New York City, New York
Founding & Reorganizing Leaders: Ephraim E. Holland, William H. Garrett
Geographic Scope: Cross-regions
Gender Organization: Integrated
Type of Order: Provides benefits or life insurance, Split from earlier Black order
Civic Engagement: World War I activities, Supported NAACP or other civil rights association, Anti-lynching actions, Community charitable, public health, or education program, Fought for civil and/or voting rights
Original Sources: Founding mission, Emblem picture, Ritual, Convention proceedings or event program, Badge picture
Updated: Jan 12, 2026