The Templars in England
The Templars in England
The Templars in England
During the Crusades in the 12th century, the Knights Templar were a military and religious order formed to guard pilgrims, and defend holy places in the Holy Land. They became affluent and powerful. The Knights Templar first arrived in England in 1128. When the order’s founder and Grand Master. French nobleman Hughes de Payens, came to collect troops and money for the Crusades.
The Templars were awarded land all over England, thus, including some at Castle Baynard on the River Fleet, by King Henry VIII. They constructed a wall around the church.
In 1184, the Templars relocated their headquarters to London’s New Temple, where they established a new circular church. Hospital of the Knights Templar In 1185, the Knights Templars were granted a hospital for the use of sick people. London was home to the first Templar House in England.
Not only is King Henry a staunch supporter of the Knights Templar, but so are others like as King Richard, Queen, and others. In public affairs and financial problems, the Knights Templar were given a limited role.
When the Knights Templar fall, they lose all of their control in England. as well as all of their riches.
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