The Royal Order of Menelik and Princesses of Abyssinia

Founding Era | Year: Early 20th century (1900-1919) | 1910
Founding Place: Newport News, Virginia
Founding & Reorganizing Leaders: James S. Lee
Geographic Scope: Multi-state
Gender Organization: Integrated
Type of Order: Distinctive Black order
Civic Engagement: Supported NAACP or other civil rights association, Community charitable, public health, or education program, Fought for civil and/or voting rights
Original Sources: Emblem picture, Badge picture, Leader bio from compendium, Member personal story
Updated: Jul 04, 2024