What does ABOD mean in RELIGION

The Apprentice Boys of Derry originated from an organisation founded in 1795 by thirteen young apprentices in the city of Londonderry (or Derry) in Northern Ireland. They formed the organisation to commemorate their heroic defense against Jacobite forces and Irish revolutionaries during the siege of 1688-1689, which became known as The Glorious Revolution.

The society today is involved in various activities such as marching, parades, educational programmes, charitable works, social events and museum visits. Each year on the first Saturday in August a commemoration ceremony for those who died during the Siege takes place at The Diamond. Additionally, each December a parade to remember those killed and wounded during this period is held.

Membership is open to all adult Protestants aged 18 or over who have reached Full Age and profess a belief in Christianity as defined by its Constitution. Membership applications must accompany documents which prove that you qualify for admission under these criteria - for instance a Baptismal Certificate or Birth Certificate showing your religious denomination.