Knight Bachelor: The Earliest Guardians of British Chivalry, Honor, and Tradition

Although many Knights Bachelor are also members of other Orders, their Knighthood as a Knight Bachelor is often their sole entitlement to the honorific “Sir!”

Dec 14, 2024

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The title of Knight Bachelor is the most ancient form of English knighthood, dating back to the 13th century during the reign of King Henry III. Although not a statutory order, it is an ancient and individual title of knighthood. The magnificent history and cultural significance of the Knight Bachelor make it a cornerstone of the British honors system, …

Knight Bachelor: The Earliest Guardians of British Chivalry, Honor, and Tradition

Although many Knights Bachelor are also members of other Orders, their Knighthood as a Knight Bachelor is often their sole entitlement to the honorific “Sir!”

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