The Anti-Catholic League

The Anti-Catholic League was a political movement, most active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, that opposed the influence of the Catholic Church in public life, especially in countries like the United States and Britain. It aimed to restrict Catholic rights and promote secularism, often through sensational campaigns and propaganda. The league viewed Catholic allegiance to the Pope as a challenge to national loyalty and believed Catholic teachings conflicted with democratic principles. Its activities reflected broader tensions between secular and religious groups during that period, emphasizing concerns over papal influence and the perceived loyalty of Catholic immigrants.