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Aleks Pluskowski
Professor of medieval archaeology at the University of Reading and the author of The Teutonic Knights Rise and Fall of a Religious Corporation.
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Apr 12, 2025
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The Teutonic Order: everything you wanted to know
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Aleks Pluskowski, a Professor of medieval archaeology and author, delves into the fascinating history of the Teutonic Order, which began as a field hospital in the Holy Land. He reveals how it transformed into a formidable military and religious power in medieval Europe. Pluskowski discusses their unique recruitment practices and political alliances, detailing successes and failures during the Northern Crusades. He also explores the Order's complex legacy, including its decline and impact on modern nationalism in Eastern Europe.
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