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Pierre Plantard

Pierre Plantard was a French researcher and conspiracy theorist best known for creating the "Priory of Sion," a secret society claiming to possess ancient knowledge and royal bloodlines, including links to the Holy Grail and King Arthur. In reality, Plantard’s claims were largely fabrications and part of elaborate hoaxes he devised in the 1960s and 1970s. His stories influenced popular culture and conspiracy theories but lack historical evidence. Ultimately, Plantard’s true identity and motives remain controversial, with many considering his work a sophisticated deception blending fact with fiction.