RRR:
1044
Other:
Hiestand, PTJ 1:307-8, nos. 120-21
YEAR:
1179
INSTITUTION RECIPIENT:
Templars
text:
*Oct. 8 - c. Nov. [160] The Knights Templar inform Pope Alexander III of the death of the magister militie Templi and the senescalcus militie Templi and the capture [by the Muslims] of the castle [of Vadum Iacob]. This is implied in general letters addresssed by the pope to prelates and Christian rulers on Feb 22 and Apr 12 1180, calling for aid for the Templars.
Transaction Type :
INSTITUTION NUMBER:
368
Sources:
Hiestand, PTJ 1:307-8, nos. 120-21
Comments:
[160] Vadum Jacob fell on 29 August and the Templar master Odo of St Amand died on 8 October 1179.
GRANTOR:
Knights Templar
RECEPIENT:
Pope Alexander III
