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Where was Jacques de Molay executed?

Posted on February 4, 2019 by Tony McMahon

Tony McMahon searches for the exact spot where Templar grand master Jacques de Molay was executed in Paris

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Waltham Abbey – the stormy history of a medieval church!

Posted on December 20, 2018 by Tony McMahon

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This week, in the English wintry sun, I visited a church packed with history – Waltham Abbey. It’s located in the county of Essex, just 15 minutes by train out of London. The church is famous for including the grave…

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Knight Templar ancestors – how to find them?

Posted on October 13, 2018 by Tony McMahon

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Templar expert Tony McMahon guides you on finding your Templar ancestors in England, Ireland and Scotland using online resources and local parish records

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