Who were the real Knights Templar?

This Powerpoint presentation supports the teaching of the History Australian Curriculum Syllabus Stage 4 The Ancient to the Modern World Depth Study 4: Mediaeval Europe. It traces the history of the Knights Templar, positive impact on Mediaeval Europe and negative impact on the peoples of the Middle East. There are activities at the conclusion of the presentation that are suitable for Gifted and Talented students and students in regular mixed-ability classes. The activities can be modified for students in specialist classes for Emotional Disorders, Autism, Intellectual Disability and Behaviour Disorders.