Knights Of Malta 1523 to 1798 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419128769)

The Knights of Malta 1523 to 1798 is a historical book written by R. Cohen that explores the fascinating history of the Knights of Malta. The book covers the period from 1523 to 1798, during which the Knights of Malta played a significant role in shaping the history of Europe and the Mediterranean. The Knights of Malta were a religious and military order established in the 11th century to protect Christian pilgrims traveling to the Holy Land. After the fall of the Crusader states in the Middle East, the Knights of Malta relocated to the island of Malta in 1530, where they established a powerful naval presence in the Mediterranean.The book delves into the Knights' involvement in the great battles and conflicts of the time, including the Ottoman-Habsburg wars, the Spanish Armada, and the French Revolution. It also explores the organization and structure of the Knights, their religious beliefs and practices, and their contributions to the arts and culture of the time.Overall, The Knights of Malta 1523 to 1798 is a comprehensive and engaging read that provides a detailed account of an important chapter in European history. The book is well-researched and includes numerous illustrations, maps, and primary source documents that bring the story to life. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Mediterranean, the Knights of Malta, or the wider history of Europe.When Necker, in the financial distress of the autumn of 1789, appealed for a voluntary contribution from all landowners, the Order gave him a third of the revenue of its French commanderies, and later it pledged its credit for 500,000 francs to the destitute Louis XVI., to help him in the flight that ended so disastrously at Varennes. This last act put it in definite opposition to the Revolution.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.

Author: R. Cohen
ISBN-10: 1419128760
ISBN-13: 9781419128769
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 48
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.22lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.10d