Carafa was the first General of the Galleys to receive the title "Excellency". He was the first Italian knight to be elected Grand Master in over a century. He led […]
Nicolas Cotoner succeeded his brother, Rafael Cotoner, as Grand Master. He strengthened Malta's defenses by constructing the Cottonera Lines fortifications and Fort Ricasoli. He introduced windmills to Malta, generating revenue […]
Rafael Cotoner joined the Order of Malta at just seven years old in the Langue of Aragon. He expanded the Old Ward of the Sacra Infermeria by 500 feet during […]
Grand Master de Clermont descended from the distinguished Clermont-Tonnerre family, defenders of the Holy See. The Clermont-Tonnerre family was granted the honor of incorporating the apostolic keys into their coat […]