Memoir Of The Illustrious And Sovereign Order Of St. John Of Jerusalem From The Capitulation Of Malta In 1798, To The Present Period (1869)

Memoir Of The Illustrious And Sovereign Order Of St. John Of Jerusalem: From The Capitulation Of Malta In 1798, To The Present Period (1869) is a historical account of the Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as the Knights Hospitaller. Written by Robert Bigsby, the book covers the period from the end of the Order's rule over Malta in 1798 to the year of publication, 1869.The book begins with a brief history of the Order, including its origins in the Crusades and its relocation to Malta in the 16th century. It then delves into the events leading up to the Order's surrender of Malta to Napoleon's forces in 1798, and the subsequent dispersal of its members throughout Europe.Bigsby also covers the Order's attempts to regain its former power and influence, including its involvement in various conflicts and its establishment of new branches in countries such as Russia and the United States. He also discusses the Order's role in providing medical care and humanitarian aid, as well as its cultural and artistic contributions.Overall, Memoir Of The Illustrious And Sovereign Order Of St. John Of Jerusalem provides a comprehensive overview of the history and legacy of one of the most renowned and influential orders of knights in European history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.