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All Republic of Aquitaine titles are hereditary
and honorary (titular). Titles of nobility
exist today in many countries. The term originally referred to those who
were "known" or "notable" and was applied to the highest social class in
pre-modern societies. Nobility
is a historical, social and often legal notion, which should not be confused
with socio-economic status which is mainly based on income and possessions.
How and when you choose to use your title is up to
you. Similar in the sense of the use of the term “Doctor” or “Dr.” when
someone has a PhD. or medical degree. To friends and family, “Dr. William
Smith”, may always be known as “Bill”.
Whereas in public he may insist that he be
addressed as Doctor. Likewise your new noble title may or may not be used
according to the situation.
The use of your noble title in public on
identification, contracts, ownership vesting, credit cards, etc. is always
subject to the issuing companies or agencies involved.
Using the “Doctor” example, some agencies may
not allow the inclusion of “Dr.” in someone’s name regardless of how long a
person has had it or where it was earned. Another example is Sir Paul
McCartney. His Knighthood is well known, yet quite often he is referred to
as simply Paul
McCartney, or
McCartney. The exact vesting of your title will read, for example, "John Rogers Smith shall be styled, entitled and called, Baron John Rogers Smith". There is some flexibility with this format, please inquire if you want it different. As with all noble titles awarded by the Republic of Aquitaine, if a person identifies with the historic qualities attributed to that title, or simply desires the prestige and respect that accompany a noble title, they can request one. Some of the historic details of the titles are listed below. Marquis A marquis is a nobleman of hereditary rank in various European monarchies and some of their colonies. The term originally denoted a count holding a march, or mark (frontier district). They were originally counts who were granted extra powers because they guarded border areas. This gave them precedence over other counts (in England, earls).
Knight The knight was one of three types of fighting men during the middle ages: Knights, Foot Soldiers, and Archers. Knights believed in the code of chivalry. They promised to defend the weak, be courteous to all women, be loyal to their king, and serve God at all times. Knights were expected to be humble before others, especially their superiors. Knighthood was eventually merged into the nobility as a lower noble title.
Count A count or countess is a nobleman (woman). The word count
from Latin—meaning "companion", and later "companion of the emperor" or
"delegate of the emperor". The British equivalent is an earl. In the late
Roman Empire, the Latin title comes meaning (imperial) 'companion'
denoted the high rank of various courtiers and provincial officials, either
military or administrative.
Please contact us to inquire on the availability of these titles.
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