FAMOUS KNIGHTS IN HISTORY (dedicated to @SirKnight)

in #steemchurch6 years ago


Hey Steemians, in case you do not know who @sirknight is, he is the one who started the #steemchurch and #celestialchallenge, a true leader and father.
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The steemchurch has always been a blessing to newbies and minnows. It is a wonderful way to get some SBD as well as to spread the gospel. So i decided to talk about other great knights in addition to our wonderful @sirknight.
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FAMOUS KNIGHTS IN HISTORY

1. Alexander Nevsky

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13 May 1221 - 14 November 1263

2. Bertrand du Guesclin

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He was the French military commander, nicknamed 'the eagle of Brittany'
1320 - 13 July 1380

3. Edward the Black Prince

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Edward never became king – he died before his father, Edward III – he is remembered as a great medieval military hero, with notable victories against the French in the Hundred Years War.
Edward was born on 15 June 1330 at Woodstock in Oxfordshire, the eldest son of Edward III. He was created prince of Wales in 1343.

4. King Arthur

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An historical figure, his life is surrounded by many myths and legends. King Arthur is symbol of chivalry, justice and order.
There are many legends and tales about King Artur, his knights of Round Table and their numerous quests (Holy Grail).
King Arthur Symbols: Excalibur sword , Three crowns, Round table.

5. Richard the Lionheart

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Richard the Lionheart also known as Richard I of England (1157-1199) succeeded his father Henry II as King of England in 1189 but he spent most of his reign abroad. Shortly after his coronation, he went on the Third Crusade (1189-1192) where he confirmed his reputation of a great military leader.

I am thinking of being a knight myself😏... Next up is our modern day knights...
Those are some of the great knights in history, leave your comments in the comment section... Thanks for reading

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