Chinon occupies a special place in the history of the Templars thanks to its castle which dominates the city. In 13008, Pope Clement V, who has not yet abandoned the Templars, asked to meet the dignitaries of the Order in Poitiers. A convoy leaves Paris and on August 17, stops at Chinon Jacques de Molay, Huges de Payraud, Geoffroy de Gonneville and all the others are imprisoned at the Fort du Coudray ...
For several years, interrogated and tortured.
Molay will confess, then retract. During their detention, they cover the walls of their cell with drawings and words, some of which are signed by the head of the Order.
Jean Luc Aubarbier
France of the Templars.
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