What led to the legendary status of Jacques de Molay?
His wealth
His unique armor
The sudden end of the Templars order and his dramatic execution
His extraordinary height
Answer
Jacques de Molay was the last Grand Master of the Knights Templar, a Catholic military order that was destroyed by the French king Philip IV in 1307. De Molay was burned at the stake in 1314 after being accused of heresy and other crimes. His dramatic execution and the sudden end of the Templars order led to his legendary status.
Unmasking Jacques de Molay: The Legacy of the Infamous Grand Master
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