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The Freemasons have a long history of secrecy and influence, but today many of their traditions are a simple Google search away. Here, nearly 200 "high" Masons join President Herbert Hoover at the White House in May 1932
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In 1959, about 4.5% of all American men were Freemasons, but in recent years membership has fallen off roughly 75%. Above, the Scottish Rite temple in Washington, D.C.
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Freemasons Say They're Needed Now More Than Ever. So Why Are Their Ranks Dwindling?

Freemasons Say They're Needed Now More Than Ever. So Why Are Their Ranks Dwindling?
Freemasons once counted Founding Fathers, ex-presidents and titans of industry among their members. But for many, the allure is gone from the once shadowy fraternity, and membership has fallen off.



The Freemasons have a long history of secrecy and influence, but today many of their traditions are a simple Google search away. Here, nearly 200 "high" Masons join President Herbert Hoover at the White House in May 1932
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CHRISTIANNA SILVA

In 1959, about 4.5% of all American men were Freemasons, but in recent years membership has fallen off roughly 75%. Above, the Scottish Rite temple in Washington, D.C.
Joe Sohm/Visions of America/Universal Images Group via Getty
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