The American Anti-Catholic League

The American Anti-Catholic League was a group active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries that opposed the influence of the Roman Catholic Church in the United States. It viewed Catholicism as a threat to American values and secular democracy, often promoting anti-Catholic stereotypes and misinformation. The league aimed to restrict Catholic political and social power, defending Protestant dominance in society. While it claimed to protect American interests, its activities contributed to religious discrimination and prejudiced attitudes toward Catholics.