by Chancellor von Moritz | Oct 6, 2023 | Aristocracy, Baron, Earls, Germany, Knight, Lord, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The German nobility, like that of many of Germany’s European neighbours, developed into a system of aristocratic hierarchy during the centuries of the Middle Ages. As a result, the people of Germany and the wider world can enjoy a rich legacy of noble...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jun 29, 2023 | Aristocracy, Germany, Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The knights of old have long been evocative figures of history. The chivalrous heroes on horseback that populate the most cherished myths and legends have become a much-loved stereotype, both for the people of medieval times, when the orders of knights first emerged,...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jun 11, 2023 | Aristocracy, Baron, Countess, Dame, Knight, Lady, Lord, Noble Titles, Royal Houses, Royal Titles
The ranks of the nobility have been a source of fascination for millennia. Ever since this social hierarchy began to evolve into a formal system during the Middle Ages, people from all points on the social spectrum have been curious about the ranks and positions...
by Chancellor von Moritz | May 4, 2023 | Aristocracy, Dame, Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The tales of knights throughout history have captured the imagination of ordinary people and storytellers the world over. There’s something enduringly appealing about the archetypal knight in shining armour, the fearless warrior who was also the epitome of...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Mar 29, 2023 | Aristocracy, Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
Of all the many different types of aristocratic ranks and noble titles, there are some popular titles that capture the imagination of people from all walks of life. One of the most popular and intriguing titles of nobility is that of a knight – addressed as Sir...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jan 21, 2023 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The legends of the ancient Orders of Knights are among some of the most compelling tales of the ages. Famous Orders Of Knights Among the most famous myths and legends of knightly orders are the iconic knights of The Crusades. These valiant horsemen were charged...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jan 6, 2023 | Duchess, Knight, Noble Titles, Princes, Princesses, Royal Family, Royal Titles
While the social spheres of royalty and the nobility have been an integral part of human evolution for over a thousand years, within that time, there have been numerous trends and subtle changes. The Evolution Of Royal Titles The social structures and...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 23, 2022 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Family, Royal Titles
Many may regard the aristocratic life as one of elite privilege, leisure, riches and freedom. It’s true that the members of this exclusive social class have traditionally been in the rare position to enjoy lifestyles that many ordinary people would find idyllic,...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 20, 2022 | Duke, Earl, Knight, Lord, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
There are few more iconic characters in medieval myth and legend than the heroic knight on horseback. Throughout history, the noble role and rank of Knight have been associated with the most admirable aspects of a good and valiant servant. This singular title...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 14, 2022 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
Within the ancient systems of aristocracy and nobility, there are many ranks and titles that have become familiar terms in our modern vocabulary. Throughout this complex and highly nuanced social system, the various titles of nobility comprise a wide range of...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 2, 2022 | Baron, Count, Dames, Duchess, Duke, Earl, Knight, Lady, Lord, Marquis, Noble Titles, Princes, Princesses, Royal Family, Royal Titles
The lives of royals seem captivating, glamorous, decadent and exciting. Throughout history, the royals and nobles of the ages have captured the imagination of the masses, playing out their enviable lives centre stage in world events, mingling with the movers and...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Sep 29, 2022 | Kings, Knight, Noble Titles, Princesses, Royal Family, Royal Titles
The USA is renowned throughout the world as one of the great modern republics. After the nation declared its independence from British sovereign rule on the 4th of July 1776, America went on to become one of the leading global powers, most notably without a...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Aug 20, 2022 | Dames, Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
America has been a republic for much of its modern history, and as such has no reigning sovereign that can grant American royal or aristocratic titles. However, it is possible for American citizens to attain such noble honors, as foreign nationals are often...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jul 29, 2022 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The great Orders of Knights that evolved during the Middle Ages are one of the last vestiges of the ancient realm of knightly chivalry and valiant virtue associated with this unique noble status. In modern times, the role of a knight is a world away from the...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jul 3, 2022 | Knight, Royal Family, Royal Titles
The brave and valiant knights of old are a captivating legacy of the medieval history of Europe. These bold and fearless characters were, for many generations, the champions of royalty and protectors of the vulnerable. Many of history’s most famous knights...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Jun 10, 2022 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
The fairytales so beloved by children all around the world often have a heroic male character whose bravery and honour triumph over the perilous dangers to valiantly win the fair maiden and save the day. In many traditions, this fabled hero is a variation of a...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Apr 15, 2022 | Baron, Count, Duke, Earl, Knight, Lady, Lord, Noble Titles, Princesses, Royal Titles
There are obviously many perks and privileges to being a king or queen. While it’s clear from the characters of history that not all those born into the role of reigning sovereign are natural or even willing monarchs, there’s no doubt that there are...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Mar 25, 2022 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
During the Middle Ages, travel between villages and towns was rare, a privilege of the very wealthy, or the occupation of soldiers or travelling tradespeople. The vast majority of the peasant folk and villagers would never leave the province where they were...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Dec 7, 2021 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
When America, as we know it today, was originally colonised around the 17th century, it inherited many of the cultural systems of the countries that founded the early colonies. As Britain was one of the countries that staked a considerable claim on what would become...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Nov 27, 2021 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
Every New Year, British society and the world’s media wait with excitement for the announcement of the New Years honours list – the latest appointments of modern-day Knights and their female equivalents, Dames. These Knighthoods and Damehoods are...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Oct 24, 2021 | Baron, Knight, Marquis, Noble Titles, Royal Titles, Viscount
The historic links between Britain and America go back centuries and include a turbulent period of fluctuating relations. While many British conventions that crossed the Atlantic with the early colonists did survive the American War of Independence in the 18th...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Oct 1, 2021 | Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
One of the highlights of the New Year social calendar within the UK is the annual honours list. The media and people around the world love to know who among the great and good have been deemed remarkable by one of the few remaining monarchs, and chosen to receive one...
by Chancellor von Moritz | Sep 23, 2021 | Germany, Knight, Noble Titles, Royal Titles
At the mention of knights, it’s common to conjure up images of medieval heroes on horseback, clad in shining armour, riding in to rescue fair maidens or bravely battle to save the day. Many of these imaginary characters are inspired by Arthurian legends...
