Annet de Clermont-Gessant facts for kids
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Annet de Clermont-Gessant
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| Grand Master of the Order of Saint John | |
| In office 9 February – 2 June 1660 |
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| Monarch | King Philip III |
| Preceded by | Martin de Redin |
| Succeeded by | Raphael Cotoner |
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| Born | 1587 Auvergne, France |
| Died | 2 June 1660 Malta |
| Resting place | St. John's Co-Cathedral |
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| Allegiance |  Order of Saint John |
Fra' Annet de Clermont-Gessant (born 1587, died 1660) was an important leader. He was the 59th Grand Master of the Order of Malta. This means he was the main leader of a special group of knights. He was Grand Master for a short time in 1660.
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Who Was Annet de Clermont-Gessant?
Annet de Clermont-Gessant was born in 1587. He came from a region in France called Auvergne. He was French by nationality. He joined the Order of Saint John. This was a very old and famous group of knights.
The Order of Saint John
The Order of Saint John was a religious and military group. They were also known as the Knights Hospitaller. Their main job was to protect pilgrims. They also cared for sick and injured people. Over time, they became very powerful. They had their own lands and castles.
What is a Grand Master?
The Grand Master was the highest leader of the Order. They were like a president or a king for the knights. They made all the big decisions. They led the knights in battles. They also managed the Order's lands and money. It was a very important job.
Annet's Time as Grand Master
Annet de Clermont-Gessant became Grand Master in 1660. This happened on February 9th. He took over from Martin de Redin. His time as leader was very short. He passed away just a few months later. This was on June 2nd, 1660.
Where He Lived and Died
Annet de Clermont-Gessant lived in Malta. Malta was the main home of the Order of Saint John. He died there in 1660. He was buried in a special place. This place is called St. John's Co-Cathedral. It is in Malta. His tomb is in the Chapel of Auvergne. This chapel is named after his home region in France. After Annet, Raphael Cotoner became the next Grand Master.
See also
In Spanish: Annet de Clermont-Gessant para niños
