MUNI-PHILADELPHIA COUNTYlocal legislationADOPTED

Resolution Recognizing July 5, 2026, as 'Martyrs Day in Philadelphia'

Original title: Recognizing July 5, 2026, as “Martyrs Day in Philadelphia” to honor the memory of five Philadelphians - Octavius Catto, Levi Bolden, Jacob Gordon, Moses Wright, and Isaac Chase - who were slain while attempting to exercise their right to vote after the passage of the Fifteenth Amendment.

May 28, 2026

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What this does

This establishes a formal day of local commemoration for five historical figures—Octavius Catto, Levi Bolden, Jacob Gordon, Moses Wright, and Isaac Chase—who died while exercising their voting rights.

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Philadelphia residents

Residents are provided with a designated day of historical commemoration.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 28, 2026.

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Summary

The Philadelphia City Council has officially adopted a to designate July 5, 2026, as 'Martyrs Day in Philadelphia.' This day honors the memory of five men who were killed while attempting to vote following the passage of the .

Key Facts

The Philadelphia City Council adopted File 260587 on May 28, 2026.
July 5, 2026, is officially recognized as 'Martyrs Day in Philadelphia'.
The resolution honors Octavius Catto, Levi Bolden, Jacob Gordon, Moses Wright, and Isaac Chase.
The individuals honored were killed while attempting to exercise their right to vote after the passage of the Fifteenth Amendment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of Martyrs Day in Philadelphia?

It is a day to honor the memory of five Philadelphians who were killed while attempting to exercise their right to vote after the passage of the .

Who are the individuals being honored?

The honors Octavius Catto, Levi Bolden, Jacob Gordon, Moses Wright, and Isaac Chase.

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organizationPhiladelphia City Council“The body that adopted the resolution.”Map →

personIsaac Chase“Historical figure honored by the resolution.”Map →

personLevi Bolden“Historical figure honored by the resolution.”Map →

personJacob Gordon“Historical figure honored by the resolution.”Map →

personOctavius Catto“Historical figure honored by the resolution.”Map →

personMoses Wright“Historical figure honored by the resolution.”Map →

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