Order of the Pug
Published on Jun 13, 2025, 11:00:00 PM
Total time: 01:10:16
Published on Jun 13, 2025, 11:00:00 PM
Total time: 01:10:16
Today's True Weird Stuff - Order of the Pug
The rise of Freemasonry in 18th century Europe led to conflict within the Catholic Church. Their disdain of these secret fraternal orders led to Pope Clement XII banning Catholics from joining them. However, that didn't stop a group of Catholics from creating their own secret society, one based on loyalty, trustworthiness, steadfastness...and wearing a dog collar. This group was known as the Order of the Pug.
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