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Delve into the rich and complex history of one of the world's oldest and most storied military orders with ""The History Of The Holy, Military, Sovereign Order Of St. John Of Jerusalem."" This meticulously researched account traces the origins and evolution of the Order, from its humble beginnings as a charitable organization caring for pilgrims in the Holy Land to its rise as a formidable military power and sovereign entity. Explore the Order's pivotal role in the Crusades, its fierce battles against Islamic forces, and its eventual establishment in Malta, where it flourished for centuries. Uncover the lives and legacies of the Grand Masters, the intricate workings of the Order's government, and its enduring impact on European history. This book offers a comprehensive and engaging narrative for anyone interested in military history, religious orders, and the medieval world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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