Ordre Collection (#2)
"Ordre: A Tapestry of Honor and Prestige" From the pages of the English Prayer Book to the grand Banquet des Chevaliers de l'Ordre du Saint-Esprit
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"Ordre: A Tapestry of Honor and Prestige" From the pages of the English Prayer Book to the grand Banquet des Chevaliers de l'Ordre du Saint-Esprit, it has woven its way through history, symbolizing honor and distinction. Rene Marie De Beisit, a revered French Churchman from 1652 to 1718, embodied the essence in his unwavering devotion to faith and service. In the depths of World War I, Emilienne Moreau emerged as a true heroine at Loos, earning the Croix de Guerre for her bravery. Her selflessness exemplified the spirit amidst chaos. The Count of Egmont, Lamoral (1522-68), immortalized in pencil on paper in Recueil d'Arras, stands as a testament to nobility and chivalry that defined this ancient tradition. Emperor Franz Joseph I of Austria donned regal robes adorned with symbols representing Order's highest accolades - an emblematic display befitting his esteemed position. Philip the Good (1396-1467), Duke of Burgundy, radiated power and authority through oil on panel portraits that captured his commanding presence within ordre's elite circle. Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington (1769-1852), found himself immersed in The Order of Golden Fleece depicted beautifully within Ms Lat. Q. v. I. 126 The Hours of Louis d'. His inclusion showcased how even great military leaders sought recognition within this prestigious order. Charles V (1500-58) left an indelible mark on history as he embraced engraving artistry while embodying all that was noble about ordre during his reign. Louis Antoine de Bourbon Duc d'Angouleme (1776-1849) carried himself with grace and dignity throughout tumultuous times—a true embodiment of the values upheld by ordre.