The Order of the Porcupine: A Forgotten Chivalric Brotherhood

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In this episode of Armor and Honor, we uncover the little-known story of the Order of the Porcupine—a chivalric brotherhood founded in 1394 by Louis I, Duke of Orléans. Discover how this spiky symbol of loyalty and defense played a powerful role in the political intrigue of medieval France, and why it remains a fascinating footnote in the history of knighthood.

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