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The Distinguished Order of the Golden Fleece (Spanish: Insigne Orden del Toisón de Oro, German: Orden vom Goldenen Vlies) is a Catholic order of chivalry founded in Bruges by Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, in 1430, to celebrate his marriage to Isabella of Portugal.
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later King Felipe VI of Spain. 21st Head and Sovereign of...
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In Greek mythology, the Golden Fleece (Ancient Greek:...
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During the rule of the Burgundians, over five hundred years ago, a significant new knighthood emerged, the Order of the Golden Fleece. Traces have been preserved both in Bruges and in various other places in Europe of this exclusive organisation, which still exists today.
The Order of the Golden Fleece, order of knighthood founded in Burgundy in 1430 and associated later especially with Habsburg Austria and with Spain. The order was founded by Philip III the Good, duke of Burgundy, at Bruges in Flanders in 1430, to commemorate his wedding there to Isabella of Portugal .
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One of the most ancient, prestigious and best-known European orders of chivalry – the Order of the Golden Fleece – was founded by Philip III, Duke of Burgundy, in Bruges in 1430.
Learn about the history and symbolism of the Order of the Golden Fleece, the family Order of the Habsburgs. Find out how it originated, how it evolved, and who are its members and knights.