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Duke

Duke is a European title. It comes from the Latin word dux (leader), and is the title next highest to prince. In England, there are few dukes outside the royal family, where the sons have the title of Royal Duke. The wife of a duke is a duchess, the oldest son is a lord with the rank of marquess, and younger sons and daughters are called lords and ladies. More »

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Duke of Normandy is a traditional title for the monarch of the United Kingdom. The title dates from the time of King William I, also known as… More>>

Prince of Wales is the title given to the first male heir to the British throne. He is always the oldest son of the sovereign, unless that son has… More>>

Prince consort is the husband of a reigning queen. In countries where the daughter of a king may inherit the throne, her husband does not have the… More>>

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