International Organisation of Good Templars founded in Utica
- When
- 1850–1852
- Where
- Utica, New York
- Episodes
- 2
The International Organisation of Good Templars traces its roots to the Independent Order of Good Templars, a fraternal temperance group. In 1850, Daniel Cady founded the Knights of Jericho in Utica, New York. This local order evolved into the broader IOGT, which later became the International Organisation in 1970, maintaining a focus on abstinence from alcohol and drugs.
Episodes
- Founding of the Knights of Jericho
Daniel Cady established the Knights of Jericho in Utica, New York, in 1850, marking the origin of the Good Templars lineage.
- Utica Convention and Grand Lodge
By the summer of 1852, a convention was called in Utica to establish a Grand Lodge, formalising the structure of the Good Templars in the region.
Background and detail
Background. The Independent Order of Good Templars (IOGT) is a fraternal temperance organisation that promotes abstinence from alcohol and other drugs. The group adopted the name 'Good Templars' referencing the Knights Templar, citing legends about their lifestyle and their 'crusade' against the vice of alcohol. This naming convention established the identity that would later evolve into the International Organisation of Good Templars.
Evolution and Naming. The organisation's identity shifted over time. While the roots lie in the 1850 founding of the Knights of Jericho, the group eventually became known as the Independent Order of Good Templars. In 1970, the name changed from 'Order' to 'International Organisation' to reflect its global status, though the core mission of preventing harm from alcohol and drugs remained consistent.
People involved
- Daniel Cady · Founder
Sources
- Movendi International Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-26
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