Exploring Europe’s Lesser-Known Crusades
There wasn’t just one crusade but multiple crusades in medieval Europe from modern Spain all the way up to Russia as Tony McMahon discovers
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Knights Templar and Knights Hospitaller – what’s the difference?
TV Historian Tony McMahon examines the differences between the Knights Templar and Knights Hospitaller and other medieval orders
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Templar expert Tony McMahon looks at the new History drama series Knightfall that captures the story of the Templars and the Holy Grail
Not all medieval round churches are Templar
The Knights Templar built round churches in imitation of the Holy Sepulchre church in Jerusalem. Tony McMahon reports.
Templar armour explained – the caparison
The Knights Templar had a caparison on their horse, so what exactly was that? Tony McMahon explains.
Templar armour explained – cloaks
The Knights Templar had one of the most recognisable brands in the Middle Ages. Who didn’t know those white mantles with red crosses and what they represented?
Templar armour explained – the helmet
What did a Templar wear on his head when going into battle? Tony McMahon looks at Templar helmets.
What armour did the Knights Templar wear?
The Knights Templar were fearsome warriors on the battlefield. So what did they wear to protect themselves and strike fear into their enemies?
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