1147 Collection

Margram Abbey Church
Margram Abbey church, near Port Talbot, Wales, a Cistercian monastery, founded by Robert, Earl of Gloucester, dedicated to St. Mary. The two towers were added later. Date: founded 1147

Roche Abbey
The ruins of the once beautiful Transcepts of Roche Abbey, south Yorkshire, England. This Cistercian abbey was founded in 1147, an was an off-shoot of Fountains Abbey. Date: 12th century

Stampe et Vertongen SV. 4C F-GHON
Stampe et Vertongen SV.4C F-GHON (msn 1147), built by SNCAN (Societe Nationale des Constructions Aeronautiques du Nord) in France. Date: circa 1990

Byland Abbey, Yorkshire, England, was founded as a Savigniac abbey in 1135. It became a Cisterian abbey in 1147. Date: founded 1135

Eaton Hall Lake
1886: A walk leading up from a lake toward Eaton Hall in Cheshire. Original Publication: The Graphic - pub. 1886 (Photo by Hulton Archive/Getty Images)

Meeting of the Chapter of the Knights Templar under Robert de Bouguignon, held in Paris in presence of Louis VII and Pope Eugene III, 22 April 1147

GRANET, Franzois Marius (1775-1849)
GRANET, Franois Marius (1775-1849). The Chapter of the Order of the Templars held at Paris, 22nd April 1147. Oil on

Conrad III Persuaded
BERNARD DE CLAIRVAUX persuades the emperor CONRAD III to take part in the Second Crusade Date: 1147

Roche Abbey Gatehouse
The beautiful 14th century Gatehouse of Roche Abbey, a Cistercian abbey, founded in 1147. Date: 14th century

Sawley Abbey Stonework
Carved stonework detail in the gateway of Sawley Abbey, Lancashire, England. It was an abbey of Cisterian monks from 1147 until its dissolution in 1537. Date: founded 1147

Byland Abbey, Yorkshire, England, was founded as a Savigniac abbey in 1135. It became a Cisterian abbey in 1147. Date: founded 1135

ABBEY DORE
A glimpse of Abbey Dore, in the lovely Golden Valley, Herefordshire, England. The Abbey was founded in 1147 by the Cistercian order. Date: founded 1147

Faversham Abbey Remains
The rear of the remains of Faversham Abbey, Kent, England, founded in 1147 by King Stephen and Queen Mathilda. Date: 12th century

The ramparts of Castelo dos Mouros (Moorish Castle), captured by the Christians in 1147, Sintra, Portugal, Europe

Louis VII Blessed
2ND CRUSADE Louis VII is blessed at Saint-Denis before leaving for the East

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"Exploring the Mysteries of 1147: From Margram Abbey Church to Roche Abbey" Step back in time and uncover the enigmatic year of 1147, where history intertwines with intriguing locations. Journey through Margram Abbey Church, a place steeped in spirituality and tranquility. Feel the ancient walls whisper stories as you wander through its hallowed halls. Continue your quest at Roche Abbey, an architectural marvel that stands as a testament to medieval craftsmanship. Marvel at its grandeur and imagine monks going about their daily rituals within these sacred grounds. In this same year, high above the earth, the Stampe et Vertongen SV. 4C F-GHON took flight, showcasing human ingenuity and our eternal desire to conquer the skies. A symbol of progress amidst a world filled with mystery. Venturing further into England's past brings us to Byland Abbey - founded by Savigniac monks in 1135 - where echoes of devotion still resonate today. Explore its ruins and let your imagination transport you back to a time when faith was paramount. Meanwhile, Bohmer Franz's Poznan Castle hides secrets unknown even today; plans concealed within its walls hint at untold mysteries waiting to be unraveled. Similarly, his official apartment in Berlin-Mitte reveals glimpses into the life of Reich Foreign Minister Joachim von Ribbentrop during this tumultuous era. As we journey on, Eaton Hall Lake beckons with serene beauty—a tranquil oasis amidst chaos—reminding us that nature can provide solace even during troubled times. The meeting of Knights Templar under Robert de Bouguignon holds significance for those who seek knowledge about their secretive order—an opportunity to delve deeper into their clandestine activities shrouded in myth and legend. Art enthusiasts will appreciate Granet's works from this period—a painter whose brushstrokes captured both historical events and everyday life with equal finesse—offering a glimpse into the world of 1147.