Curated category
Nobility
- NobilityThe Latin word nobilis first appeared in ancient Roman society as an informal designation for the political governing class.
- Aristocracy (class)In ancient Athens, the word aristokratia first described young citizens who led armies at the front line. These men were called the best born because martial…
- PeerageThe word peerage first appeared in medieval legal texts to describe a system of hereditary titles. These titles granted specific rights and obligations…