Publisher's Synopsis
The Order Of The Hospital Of St. John Of Jerusalem And Its Grand Priory Of England (1916) is a historical book written by Henry Walter Fincham. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem, which was a religious and military order founded in the 11th century to care for sick pilgrims in Jerusalem. The book focuses on the Grand Priory of England, which was established in the 12th century and became one of the most prominent branches of the Order. The book covers the history of the Order and its role in the Crusades, as well as its activities in England, including the establishment of hospitals and the training of knights. It also discusses the organization and governance of the Order, including its hierarchy and the role of the Grand Prior. The book includes a wealth of information, including historical documents, illustrations, and photographs. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Order of the Hospital of St. John of Jerusalem, as well as the history of England and the Crusades.With A Chapter On The Present Day Work Of The Order By W. R. Edwards.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.
