The Templar Knight
Mysteries of the Knights Templar
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Why were the Knights Templar formed?
To find the Holy Grail of course! Well, that’s if you subscribe to the Dan Brown view of things. But what was the official narrative for the foundation of the Templars? Michael Haag in his book ‘The Templars’ recounts the…
Read MoreBattle of Hattin – a contemporary account
The account of the disastrous Battle of Hattin by a crusader called Ernoul gives a grim picture of a clash that ended badly for the Templars
Read MoreThe Islamic history and influence in Europe
The Islamic influence in Europe is nothing new and you can see amazing Muslim buildings in countries like Spain and Portugal built centuries ago
Read MoreThe Knights of Malta seen in Baghdad – apparently!
The Knights Templar have provided a feeding frenzy for conspiracy theorists for centuries. So, it’s kind of refreshing to see another religious military order – the Knights of Malta – getting the same treatment. I joke, of course. Allegations about…
Read MoreBattle of Montgisard – leper king anniversary
A look back at how the Knights Templar delivered a stunning victory at the battle of Montgisard
Read MoreDid some crusaders stop eating pork – and why?
Investigating why some crusaders in Jerusalem stopped eating pork
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