The History of the Knights Templars

Lt. shelf wear. Pages fine. Beautiful facsimile of original. First published in 1842, this title presents a history of the mysterious Knights Templar by a member of the Inner Temple. Charles Addison discusses the origin of the Templars, their popularity in Europe and their rivalry with the Knights of St. John, later to be known as the Knights of Malta. Detailed information on the activities of the Templars in the Holy Land, the 1312 AD suppression of the Templars in France and other countries, culminating in the execution of Jacques de Molay. Includes information on the continuation of the Knights Templars in England and Scotland and the formation of the society of Knights Templar in London and the rebuilding of the Temple in 1816. 395 pages plus ten pages of offerings by Adventures Unlimited Press. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall.