![]() ![]() The cape and chapeau, while popular among some Fourth Degree members, have become dated and are increasingly cited as a reason that eligible Catholic men, especially young men, do not join the Knights of Columbus.In light of this significant change, I thought it would be helpful to address some of the questions that have been asked about the new uniform. The new uniform is part of a comprehensive and necessary effort to keep our Order relevant and attractive to men, particularly younger men. However the preferred dress for the Fourth Degree, including Color Corps and Honor Guards, is the new Uniform of jacket and beret.” On a limited basis, Assemblies may choose to continue using the traditional cape and chapeau for Color Corps at public events and Honor Guards in Liturgical Processions. Beginning today the Uniform of the Fourth Degree is a blue blazer with Fourth Degree Emblem, dark-gray slacks, a blue Fourth Degree tie, white shirt, and a black beret with the Fourth Degree Emblem. This morning at the Opening Mass of our Supreme Convention our Vice Supreme Masters processed in wearing the new uniform of the Fourth Degree. The Board of Directors has decided that the time is right for a modernization of the Fourth Degree Uniform. This fraternal year we make another historic change. ![]() And in 1981 different colored capes and chapeaus were officially recognized. In 1940, the white tie, tails and top hat changed to the tuxedo, chapeau and cape that we know so well. “Throughout the history of the Fourth Degree, its official regalia has changed with the times. Supreme Knight statement at Convention and email: Calvert Province- Pennsylvania East Uniform Policy
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