1979 – OUR DEGREE CEREMONIES – Why, When and Whence did they arise – Bro. L.M. Sherwood. Back April 13, 2025 by Kerry Nicholls   Document 1979-OUR-DEGREE-CEREMONIES-Why-When-and-Whence-did-they-arise_-Bro.-L.M.-Sherwood Download Metadata DescriptionInvaders from all quarters forced the Roman administration to retire from Britain about 400 A.D. Tumult ensued, feudalism developed. There was but one grade of workman: the serf. Although feudalism continued for another two centuries after the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, manorial villages began to grow into towns. With the growth of the towns there came a revival of trade and craftmanship. By the 13th century there were, in those towns, fraternities called guilds to protect the interests and services of each.Title1979 - OUR DEGREE CEREMONIES - Why, When and Whence did they arise - Bro. L.M. Sherwood. Continue browsing 1974 – QUESTION – An American Mason referred to the Lodge Intender – What is the nature of that office’ – Bro L M Sherwood. 2007 – GETTING THE QUESTION RIGHT – Dr.Bob James. Back to items list