#teutonicknight

[skebabs]

Jack.. Teutonic Knight

[whencyclopedia]

An infographic showing the Military Crusader Orders which emerged as unique institutions blending monastic devotion with martial duty. Founded in the wake of the First Crusade (1096–1099), their primary purpose was to protect pilgrims and defend the Crusader States in the Holy Land. The most prominent among them, the Knights Templar (from c. 1119), the Knights Hospitaller (military from. c. 1099...

[whencyclopedia]

Knights were the most-feared and best-protected warriors on the medieval battlefield, while off it, they were amongst the most fashionably dressed and best-mannered members of society. To reach this elevated position, however, became more and more challenging as the Middle Ages wore on because the elite wished to maintain their exclusive status. Requirements to become a knight included an aristocratic birth, training from childhood, money for weapons, horses and squires, and a knowledge of the rules of chivalry. Good looks, fine clothes, a striking coat of arms, and an ability to recite poetry and songs were optional but highly desirable extras if one wanted to rise to the very top of this elite level of medieval society.

[gerardo-the-crusader]

Battle flags of crusaders and other religious military orders #flags #crusader #Templar #crusades #teutonicknight #hospitaller

[julbeilschmidt-blog]