The primary purpose of the Fourth Degree is to foster the spiit of patriotism by promoting responsible citizenship and a love of and loyalty to the 'Knights' respective countries through active membership in local Fourth Degree groups (called "assemblies"). Certain members of the Fourth Degree serve as honor guards at civic and religious functions, an activity that has brought worldwide recognition to the Knights of Columbus.

Any Third Degree member in good standing, one year after the anniversary of his First Degree, is eligible for membership in the Fourth Degree.

 4th Degree National Level Information                               4th Degree Local Level Information

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