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Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus

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Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus is a dynastic House of Savoy order of chivalry, founded in 1572 by Emanuel Philibert, Duke of Savoy, and merged with the Order of Saint Lazarus in 1608, with roots dating back to the 12th-century Kingdom of Jerusalem and the Crusades. The order is named after Saint Maurice, a 3rd-century Roman legion martyr, and Saint Lazarus, the brother of Saint Martha and Saint Mary of Bethany, as well as the patron saint of Leper colonies and Hospices. The order has been associated with various historical figures, including Pope Gregory XIII, Pope Sixtus V, and Philip II of Spain. The order's history is also linked to the Duchy of Savoy, the Kingdom of Sardinia, and the Kingdom of Italy.

● History

The order's history began with the Order of Saint Maurice, founded in 1434 by Amadeus VIII, Duke of Savoy, and the Order of Saint Lazarus, founded in the 12th century by King Baldwin II of Jerusalem. The two orders were merged in 1608 by Charles Emmanuel I, Duke of Savoy, creating the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus, with the goal of promoting Catholicism and supporting the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. The order has been involved in various historical events, including the Thirty Years' War, the War of the Spanish Succession, and the Napoleonic Wars, and has been associated with notable figures such as Louis XIV of France, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great. The order has also been linked to the Habsburg and Bourbon dynasties, as well as the Papal States and the Holy Roman Empire.

● Organization

The order is currently led by the Duke of Savoy, who serves as the Grand Master of the order, and is supported by the Council of the Order, which includes the Chancellor, the Treasurer, and the Secretary. The order is divided into several Grand Priories, including the Grand Priory of Italy, the Grand Priory of France, and the Grand Priory of Spain, each led by a Grand Prior. The order is also associated with various other organizations, including the Sovereign Military Order of Malta, the Order of the Garter, and the Order of the Golden Fleece. The order has diplomatic relations with several countries, including Italy, France, Spain, and the Vatican City.

● Investiture and Classes

The order has several classes, including the Grand Cross, the Grand Officer, the Commander, the Officer, and the Knight. The order also has several special classes, including the Collar, the Grand Collar, and the Medal of the Order. The investiture ceremony is typically held at the Royal Palace of Turin or the Quirinal Palace in Rome, and is attended by the Grand Master and other high-ranking members of the order. The order is also associated with several other orders of chivalry, including the Order of the Crown of Italy, the Order of the Crown of Sardinia, and the Order of Saint Stephen.

● Symbols and Insignia

The order's symbols and insignia include the Cross of Saint Maurice, the Cross of Saint Lazarus, and the Crown of Savoy. The order's flag features the Cross of Saint Maurice on a white background, with the Crown of Savoy at the top. The order's uniform includes a White cloak with a Red cross, and a Black hat with a White feather. The order is also associated with several other symbols, including the Fleur-de-lis, the Eagle of Savoy, and the Lion of Judah. The order's insignia are worn by members on special occasions, such as the Feast of Saint Maurice and the Feast of Saint Lazarus.

● Notable Members

The order has had several notable members throughout its history, including Pope Pius IX, Pope Leo XIII, and Pope Pius XI, as well as King Victor Emmanuel II of Italy, King Umberto I of Italy, and King Victor Emmanuel III of Italy. The order has also been associated with several other notable figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Winston Churchill, and Charles de Gaulle. The order has also been awarded to several notable individuals, including Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, and Alexander Fleming, for their contributions to Science, Medicine, and Humanity. The order is also associated with several other organizations, including the Red Cross, the International Committee of the Red Cross, and the United Nations.

● Activities and Charities

The order is involved in several charitable activities, including supporting Hospices, Leper colonies, and Orphanages. The order also supports several Catholic organizations, including the Catholic Church, the Pontifical Council for the Laity, and the Pontifical Council for the Family. The order is also associated with several other charitable organizations, including the Caritas Internationalis, the World Food Programme, and the United Nations Children's Fund. The order's charitable activities are supported by its members, who include Cardinals, Bishops, and other high-ranking members of the Catholic Church, as well as Nobel laureates, Heads of state, and other notable individuals. The order's activities are also supported by its Grand Priories, which are located in several countries around the world, including Italy, France, Spain, and the United States. Category:Chivalric orders

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