The Knights Templars and the Complete History of Masonic Knighthood from the Origin of the Orders to the Present Time

The book titled ""The Knights Templars and the Complete History of Masonic Knighthood from the Origin of the Orders to the Present Time"" by C.G. Addison is a comprehensive guide to the history of the Knights Templars and their influence on the Masonic Knighthood. The author delves into the origins of the orders and provides a detailed account of their evolution over time. The book is divided into chapters that explore the various aspects of the Knights Templars, including their religious beliefs, their military prowess, and their impact on the development of Masonic traditions. The author also examines the role of the Knights Templars in the Crusades and their eventual downfall. The book is well-researched and provides a wealth of information for anyone interested in the history of the Knights Templars and the Masonic Knighthood. It is a must-read for historians, scholars, and enthusiasts alike.1874. Part One: From the death of Jesus Christ AD 33 to the origin of the first crusade AD 1095; Part Two: From the preaching of the first crusade AD 1095 to the calamitous Battle of Hattin AD 1187; Part Three: From the Battle of Hattin to the loss of Acre and of the Christian possession of Palestine AD 1291; Part Four: From the end of the Christian dominion in Palestine AD 1291 to the martyrdom of James de Molay, and the destruction of the Order of Knights Templars AD 1313; Part Five: From the martyrdom of deMolay to the present period AD 1874.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.