The Pilgrimage of 1926: Being the Official Journal of the Knights of st. John
E J King
Synopsis "The Pilgrimage of 1926: Being the Official Journal of the Knights of st. John"
"The Pilgrimage of 1926: Being the Official Journal of the Knights of St. John" is a detailed and evocative historical record documenting the grand journey undertaken by the members of the Order of St. John. Authored by Sir E. J. King, this official journal serves as a vital primary source for understanding the 20th-century activities and spiritual focus of the venerable chivalric order. The narrative follows the knights and their companions as they travel to significant historical and religious sites, capturing the solemnity and ceremony of their mission.The work provides a unique window into the post-World War I era, reflecting the intersection of tradition, faith, and international travel. Readers will find rich descriptions of the landscapes, monuments, and religious ceremonies encountered during the pilgrimage, particularly those associated with the Order's long-standing history in the Mediterranean and the Holy Land. Beyond its value as a travelogue, the journal illuminates the internal culture and enduring values of the Knights of St. John during a period of global transition and historical preservation. This account remains an essential text for historians of religious orders, students of British social history, and those interested in the legacy of the Knights Hospitaller.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.
