Order of Saint Anthony (Bavaria) explained

The Order of Saint Anthony was a Bavarian military order founded in 1382 by Duke Albert of Bavaria.

History

The Order of Saint Anthony was created in 1382, after Duke Albert had pledged to go to war with the Ottoman Empire.

Uniform

The knights of Order of Saint Anthony wore a gold collar, from which hung a crutch and a little bell.

References

Books

• Book: McClintock. John. Strong. James. Cyclopedia of Biblical, theological, and ecclesiastical literature. 1981. Baker Book House. Grand Rapids, Mich.. 9780801061233.

See also

• Order of Saint Anthony (Ethiopia)