The Order of St. Lazarus: Leper Brothers of the Crusading Era
The Order of St. Lazarus traces its origins back to the late 11th century, specifically in Jerusalem, when leprosy was a widespread disease.
The coat of arms of the Order of St. Lazarus. Image by Mathieu Chaine, CC BY-SA 3.0
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