Offers compelling evidence that the Knights Templar may have taken the Ark of the Covenant to the British Isles• Presents scientific evidence affirming the powers attributed to the Ark• Traces the Ark and the Stones of Fire from Jerusalem to Jordan and finally to central England; where the Knights Templar hid them in the 14th centuryAccording to legend the Ark of the Covenant was an ornate golden chest that was both a means of communicating with God and a terrible weapon used against the enemies of the ancient Israelites. In order to use it the high priest had to wear a breastplate containing twelve sacred gemstones called the Stones of Fire. These objects were kept in the Great Temple of Jerusalem until they vanished following the Babylonian invasion in 597 B.C.E.At the ancient ruins of Petra in southern Jordan; Graham Phillips uncovered evidence that 13th-century Templars found the Ark and the Stones of Fire; and that they brought these treasures back to central England when they fled the persecution of French king Philip the Fair a century later. The author followed ciphered messages left by the Templars in church paintings; inscriptions; and stained glass windows to what may well be three of the Stones of Fire. When examined by Oxford University scientists these stones were found to possess odd physical properties that interfered with electronic equipment and produced a sphere of floating light similar to ball lightning.The Bible asserts that the Ark had the power to destroy armies and bring down the walls of cities. Now Graham Phillips provides scientific evidence that these claims may be true and offers compelling documentation that the Ark may be located in the English countryside; not far from the birthplace of William Shakespeare at Stratford-upon-Avon.
#1482392 in Books Naval Institute Press 2013-10-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.30 x 1.80 x 6.30l; 2.99 #File Name: 1591143314488 pages
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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful. Fantastic coverage of an often neglected area.By fletchmedI have always had a great interest in the naval war in Europe in World War II. However; most books are usually just another rendition about the U-boat war or the Bismarck. This book is an extensively detailed yet highly readable account of the first year of the war. The research is great. It gives a great explanation of the planning before the war and how the subsequent battles unfolded. I know of no other book that covers this era of naval war; let alone covers it this well.14 of 14 people found the following review helpful. A great book full of new informationBy mj swartsfantastic book; it carried me completely away. No phoney war at sea in 1939-1940 (as mr Haarr rightly states). Whats more; he s a very good writer. Lots of information I didnt ever heard of. Great research; here no rewriting of older books. Im glad I can start with his two other books about the (sea) fighting around Norway. If you are interested in the war at sea buy and read it!I hope to hear much more from Mr. Haarr in the future.btw look at the fabulous cover illustration by Anthony Cowland7 of 7 people found the following review helpful. Outstanding!By James V. MacleanOne of the best histories written in regards to naval warfare during the first year of WWII. If you are unfamiliar with the work of Geirr Haarr you should read his two volume account of the Norwegian Campaign; one of the best accounts written on this forgotten theater. I am hoping Haarr continues this series and covers each year of the war. Keep in mind The Gathering Storm only covers the war in Northern Europe. So if you are searching for an account of the Battle of the River Plate; you will need to look elsewhere. The book is well worth the investment!
