This text recounts the history of the Knights Templar, a medieval military order, focusing on their rise to power, their eventual downfall, and the execution of their last Grand Master, Jacques de Molay. The narrative explores the Templars’ significant role in the Crusades and their financial influence, as well as the accusations and subsequent persecution they faced. The text also examines the conflicting accounts surrounding de Molay’s death, particularly the legend of his curse upon King Philip IV and Pope Clement V. Finally, it discusses the enduring legacy of the Knights Templar and their influence on chivalry and Masonic traditions.
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