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The Formation of the Knights Templar
The influx of Christian pilgrims in Jerusalem after the Crusades, created problems. The Knights Templar were founded because of a need to protect these these travellers.
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Crac des Chevaliers Syria World Heritage Site
The Crac des Chevaliers (Arabic Qal'at al-Hosn) in Syria, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the best-preserved examples of Crusader military architecture.
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The Destruction of the Knights Templar
The destruction of the Knights Templar came as a result of greed on the part of the French king, Philip IV, and not at the hands of the Catholic Church and it's pope.
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Commandaria
Commandaria is produced only in Cyprus. In recognition of its long tradition, dating from the Middle Ages, it has been awarded the Appellation of Controlled Origin.
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A Day In Kos Town
The island of Kos in the South Aegean is a well known holiday destination but the city of Kos is a town well worth taking a day to explore.
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Knights Templar try to Build Support in Europe
Following the final defeats in the Holy Land, Jacques de Molay the Grand Master of the Knights Templar left Cyprus in 1294 for an extended journey through Europe.
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Top Attractions in Valletta, Malta
Beyond the extensive fortifications and Grand Harbour, this World Heritage-listed capital city is packed with history, from the Knights of St John to World War II.
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Heritage Sites of Kilmainham
In the Dublin district of Kilmainham are two buildings that should be on the itinerary of every visitor to the capital.
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The Teutonic Knights
Throughout history, people in power have created certain institutions that fulfill their immediate needs.
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The Lymond Chronicles by Dorothy Dunnett
Francis Crawford of Lymond, the hero of Dorothy Dunnett's popular Lymond Chronicles, is one of the most compelling fictional characters ever created.
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The Pied Piper of Hamelin Crusade
The Pied Piper of Hamelin and Children's Crusade of 1212.
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Knights at the Opera, Part 8 - French Knights
When the French trooped off to fight Crusades in the east, they didn’t necessarily inspire operas to remain in the mainstream, but certainly supplied some interesting early 19th-century works.
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Commoners of Medieval Europe
The lowest members of society, the medieval commoners of Europe were broken down into two classes each with individual ranks and titles.
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