The Warriors and Bankers: A History of the Knights Templar from 1307 to the Present

by Alan Butler, Stephen Dafoe

In The Warriors and the Bankers, the research and writing team of Alan Butler and Stephen Dafoe bring their combined experiences to bear on the question asked for hundreds of years, What became of the Knights Templar? Arrested in 1307, dissolved in 1312 and executed by 1314, the Templars have been the subject of many theories concerning their possible survival. This book examines these theories against new evidence and information. Additionally the authors put forth, for the first time, a completely NEW theory that has caught the ears, eyes and attention of many readers. The ultimate conclusion is that the Templars did survive virtually intact and that ,in a very direct sense, they may still be one of the most potent forces at work in the world at the start of the new Millennium.

Genres: History, Banking

96 pages, Paperback

Published June 1, 2006

About the author

Alan Butler is an established author, historian, and researcher with a career spanning several decades. His work primarily focuses on uncovering historical mysteries, especially those related to ancient civilizations, astronomy, astrology, and comparative religion. Early in his career, Butler worked as an engineer, a background he credits with shaping his meticulous approach to historical inquiry. Over time, he transitioned to writing and researching full-time, exploring topics such as the Knights Templar, goddess worship, Freemasonry, and the role of astronomy in ancient societies.
Butler has co-authored several influential books with Christopher Knight, including Civilization One, which examines ancient measuring systems, and Who Built the Moon?, which delves into the Moon's unique characteristics and its connection to Earth's history. His solo works include The Knights Templar: Their History and Myths Revealed, The Virgin and the Pentacle, and Sheep, a unique exploration of the cultural significance of sheep throughout history.
Apart from writing, Butler has written plays for BBC Radio and participated in television documentaries. He lives in Northern England with his wife, where he continues his research and writing on historical enigmas. Butler is also a noted speaker at seminars and events focused on ancient studies and esoteric topics.

Reviews

[Monica Perez · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was really disappointed in this book. Reading Dafoe & Butler's The Knights Templar Revealed made me think this one would be great but it was terrible. Poorly and sloppily written and edited and full of unconvincing conjecture. Left me wanting to fill a void of unsatisfied curiosity and I'm now searching for a worthwhile book on the subject.

[Lama · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a theory, not fully grounded in facts but definitely worth the (quite brief) read.