During Wignacourt's reign, the catastrophic 1693 earthquake struck Malta and Sicily. He established a relief fund for widows and orphans of Maltese soldiers. He resolved a 40-year dispute between the […]

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 […]

The Order of Malta, a religious order of the Catholic Church, is deeply rooted in the teachings and values of Catholicism. Fra’ Blessed Gerard, founder of the Order, played a […]

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 […]

The Order of Malta has three membership classes: Knights of Justice, Knights and Dames in Obedience, and Knights and Dames of Magistral Grace. Members pledge lifelong commitments through religious vows, […]

Grand Master de Redín’s election marked a shift in the Order’s leadership toward  primarily Spanish and Portuguese influence. He prioritized reinforcing the defenses of Malta and built 14 watchtowers, strengthened […]