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Thanks for the reply, docetboy.
I would like to discuss the Bologna group further, but I don't wish to hijack this thread, and I don't wish to inadvertantly reveal something inappropriate. I will say that working from the same information you have available to you, I don't see the clear link from KS of 1400 to Kappa Sigma of 1869 that you do.
I see a lot of generations passing between the extinction of KS and the founding of Kappa Sigma, and it's unclear exactly what was taken from the old group and what was ultimately crafted from scratch for the new fraternity, so I question how much of the essence of KS really made it into Kappa Sigma.
I can think of several other societies that could legitimately (by your standard of what constitutes a direct link to an original group) claim MUCH earlier founding dates than they do - Kappa Alpha Society, Skull & Bones, Chi Phi and Sigma Chi come to mind.
Maybe I can wrestle this back to topic by saying there is always more than one interpretation for any given written work, whether it's the bible or a lecture on fraternity history. What I consider Christianity in my own fraternity ritual, Minister Hatchett actually considers a belittling of Christ. Go figure.
Anyway, sorry if I've hijacked a good thread. I'll try not to do it again. I just think ANY unilateral statement on any subject tends to invite questions and criticism.
wptw
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