The Grand Priory of the Order of the Hospital of st. John of Jerusalem in England: A Short History
E J King
Synopsis "The Grand Priory of the Order of the Hospital of st. John of Jerusalem in England: A Short History"
"The Grand Priory of the Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem in England. A Short History" provides a comprehensive overview of one of the most storied religious and military orders in British history. Written by Colonel E.J. King, this work traces the evolution of the Order from its origins in the Holy Land during the Crusades to its establishment and growth within England. The narrative explores the Order's dual mission of providing medical care and military defense, highlighting its significant influence on medieval society and its enduring legacy at the historic headquarters of the Order.The book details the internal organization of the Grand Priory, the roles of its various members, and the strategic importance of its estates and hospitals throughout the country. Readers will find a meticulous account of the Order's survival through centuries of political and religious upheaval, including its suppression and subsequent revival. This history serves as an essential resource for those interested in the Knights Hospitaller, the history of chivalry, and the development of humanitarian efforts in England. It captures the spirit of service and the martial traditions that defined the Grand Priory for generations.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 may 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.
