Jean Parisot de Valette
Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller
Born
February 4th, 1495
530 years ago
Died
August 21st, 1568
457 years ago — 73 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Malta
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Served as Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller from 1557 until death in 1568. Led the defense of Malta during the Great Siege of 1565 against the Ottoman Empire. The successful defense solidified the position of the Order in Malta and established its legacy.
Led the defense of Malta during the Great Siege
Strengthened the Knights Hospitaller presence
Oversaw the construction of Valletta
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