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MMoexp: Skull and Bones, the secretive society at Yale University, has been a source of fascination and speculation for nearly two centuries. Founded in 1832 by William Huntington Russell and Alphonso Taft, it is one of the oldest and most prestigious secret societies in the United States. Its emblem, a skull and crossbones with the number 322 beneath it, is instantly recognizable and has become synonymous with the society's mystique. Over the years, Skull and Bones has been the subject of Skull and Bones Items countless rumors and conspiracy theories, but its true history is as intriguing as it is enigmatic.
The early 19th century was a period of significant change in American higher education, and Yale was no exception. Secret societies provided a means for select students to form powerful networks and gain social capital. Skull and Bones quickly distinguished itself through its rigorous selection process and secretive practices.…