Albanian Americans in Greater Boston

[1][2] To avoid service in the Turkish War during the late 19th century, due to Albania being under the rule of the Ottoman Empire, some Albanians came to the U.S., particularly to Chicago, Boston, and New York.

[4] The Hudson Incident was a 1907 controversy following the death and burial of Kristaq Dishnica, an Albanian immigrant to the United States, which catalyzed the foundation of the Albanian Orthodox Mission in America under the leadership of Fan Noli, eventually leading to the Orthodox Church of Albania's formation.

Boston itself has a large Albanian population, as does Worcester, Quincy, and Waltham.

The Cathedral of St. George Historic District hosts services related to the diocese.

The MAAS BESA is an Albanian community organization which serves the Greater Boston Area.