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the Grand master of the order of Malta Giacomo dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto died at the age of 75 years. This was reported on the website of the Catholic organization.

it is Noted that dalla Torre died of an incurable disease, which was diagnosed a few months ago. Tuesday, April 28, the master was hospitalized in critical condition in a hospital in Rome.

“Humanity and deep commitment to charitable deeds have always inspired the 80th Grand master of the sovereign order of Malta, which will be remembered by all who knew him for his human qualities and his sincere and gentle manner”, — stated in the message.

Giacomo dalla Torre del Tempio di Sanguinetto, was elected to the position of the 80th of the Prince and Grand master of the Maltese order in may 2018. Prior to this year fulfilled duties of the head of the order of Malta as Lieutenant Grand master. A knight of the order dalla Torre began in 1985.

the order of Malta is considered to be the world’s oldest chivalric order (founded in 1048). It is located in Italy and Malta. The order engaged in charitable activities, in particular health care around the world.