The modern crusaders: A brief history of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem

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The illustrious history of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem from its founding in 1099 by Godfrey de Bouillon to the present is the story of unbroken service to the Catholic Church Christianity and humanity in general. The spirit and objectives of the valiant Christian nobleman who occasioned the Order have guided its activities within religious charitable and social institutions. Schools hospitals dispensaries and asylums associated with the mission of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem have been its beneficiaries over the centuries. Sir Alfred J. Blasco Knight of the Collar retraces the history of this noble order through the centuries to the present day. He elucidates how its temper has changed from the combative role of the early crusaders to the constant vigilance of the Knights and Ladies today as protectors of the Sacred Places and as generous friends of the powerless Christians of the Holy Land. This book is the long awaited resource for every Knight and Lady. It informs the reader of the requirements and privileges of the Order and the honor of Investiture. It emphasizes how the ancient code of chivalry is alive in the hallmarks of Gentiles Charit Courtoisie Loyaut and Largesse in the Knights and Ladies of today. The book details the organization of the worldwide Order of the Holy Sepulcher and describes the growth of the Lieutenancies in the United States Canada and Mexico. The author recognizes the clergy and laity for the remarkable developments of the Order in the New World.