Bradford, Ernle

The Shield and the Sword

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ISBN 13:
9781497637962
author:
Bradford, Ernle
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Open Road Media
language:
English
Publication Year:
2014
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
14 x 1.8 x 21.6 centimetres (0.2
Genre:
History, Military History, General,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 5 working days
£17.48

Description

The Shield and the Sword by Ernle Bradford This authoritative history tells the story of the Knights of St. John, from their origins in Jerusalem during the Crusades to their eventual settlement in Malta. Formed as an order dedicated to defending the poor and sick, they grew in wealth and power, rivaled only by the Knights Templar. The Order of Saint John survived exile from the Holy Land, settling first in Rhodes and then in Malta, where they famously defended against the Ottoman Empire's epic invasion of 1565. Even after losing Malta to Napoleon Bonaparte two centuries later, the Order continued its mission, driven by a steadfast commitment to their principles. Ernle Bradford, author of The Great Siege, brings his expertise to this account of the Knights' long and complex history, exploring the politics, rivalry, and perseverance that defined their centuries-long career.

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