The Knights Templar - Pt. 1 Origins

At the height of their power, the Knights of the temple of Soloman were the elite spearhead of the medieval catholic church.

The Templars were Christianity's epitome of the crusade against Islam. The Knights Templar were not just front line soldiers , they also constructed a supply and support network, that enveloped every nation in Europe ,becoming the most powerful financial institution in Europe. In fact the Knights Templar were the world's first multi -national corporation.

Just 200 years after it's orders foundation, it's leaders were burned alive, and it's vast wealth seized.

Part one of this four part series delves into the order's Origin.