Leper Knights: Key Figures of the Order of St Lazarus

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Journey through medieval Europe's most extraordinary stories, from legendary knights and epic battles to royal scandals and forgotten heroes. Explore Crusades, Viking raids, castle sieges, Norman conquests, and the Black Death. Discover Charlemagne, Richard the Lionheart, Crusades, and medieval kings and queens who shaped history. Host Monte Schumacher, medieval historian and castle restoration expert, brings 1,000 years of European history to life with expert analysis. New episodes monthly. Where medieval Europe's greatest stories come alive.

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Leper Knights: Key Figures of the Order of St Lazarus | Ep.79

Saving History

25 minutes 40 seconds

1 year ago

Leper Knights: Key Figures of the Order of St Lazarus | Ep.79

Uncover the hidden world of medieval chivalry's most unique order. The Knights of St Lazarus - lepers turned warriors - await your discovery.

In this gripping bonus episode:

Meet the founding fathers who dared to create an order of outcast knights
Witness legendary Lazarites in action, from battlefield to leper colony
Explore formidable fortresses that stood as bastions of hope and healing
Unravel the web of alliances and rivalries in the cutthroat medieval world
Trace the Order's journey from medieval obscurity to modern-day renaissance

From acts of staggering bravery to profound compassion, the Lazarites defied expectations and reshaped what it meant to be a knight.

Did leprosy make these knights fearless? How did they balance warfare with caregiving? Why does their legacy continue to inspire today?

Join us for a tale of courage, faith, and redemption that spans centuries. Discover how the outcasts became legends.

Perfect for history enthusiasts, chivalry admirers, and anyone captivated by tales of overcoming adversity.

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