The Order of the Bath is the fourth most senior of the British orders of chivalry, after the Order of the Garter, the Order of the Thistle, and the (dormant) Order of St Patrick.

The Order of the Bath is a special Order of Knights which recognises the work of senior military officials and civil servants. To be a Knight or Dame Grand Cross of the Order is recognised as …

The Most Honourable Order of the Bath was established as a military order by George I on 18th May 1725. Since then the Lady Chapel at Westminster Abbey has been used as their chapel.

The Most Honourable Order of the Bath, order of British knighthood established by King George I in 1725, conferred as a reward either for military service or for exemplary civilian merit.

May 14, 2025 · What is the Order of the Bath? The Order of the Bath was founded by George I in 1725, reviving a medieval custom where knights would bathe – hence the name – …

Apr 4, 2020 · On 22 May 1306, during the “Feast of the Swans” arranged by Edward I (1238-1307), 256 “knights of the bath” were initiated, among them the future king Edward II (1284 …

On the 18 th May 1725, King George I formally established a Military Order of Chivalry to be known as the Most Honourable Military Order of the Bath, founded on the principles and rituals …

The Most Honourable Order of the Bath is a British order of chivalry founded by King George I on 18 May 1725. Recipients of the Order are usually senior militar...

The Most Honourable Order of the Bath [1] is a British order of chivalry founded by King George I on 18 May 1725. [2] Recipients of the Order are usually senior military officers or senior civil …

Find out more about the Orders and Medals which are awarded to those who go above and beyond for the community or country. Knight Bachelor The Most Excellent Order of the British …