Mediatization — Mediatization, defined broadly, is the subsumation of one monarchy into another monarchy in such a way that the ruler of the annexed state keeps his or her sovereign title and, sometimes, a measure of local power. For instance: when a sovereign… … Wikipedia
Imperial Knight — 15 Knight cantons (Ritterorten) are represented in this print of 1721, Johann Stephan Burgermeister … Wikipedia
House of Limburg-Stirum — Current Arms of the Counts of Limburg Stirum The house of Limburg Stirum, which adopted its name in the 12th century from the castle of Limburg an der Lenne in what is now Germany, descends from the Ezzonen dynasty in the 9th century, making it… … Wikipedia
Royal and noble styles — Styles represent the fashion by which monarchs and noblemen are properly addressed. Throughout history, many different styles were used, with little standardization. This page will detail the various styles used by royalty and nobility in Europe … Wikipedia
List of states in the Holy Roman Empire — A B C D … Wikipedia
Mediatize — Me di*a*tize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Mediatized}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Mediatizing}.] [Cf. F. m[ e]diatiser.] To cause to act through an agent or to hold a subordinate position; to annex; specifically applied to the annexation during the former German… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Mediatizing — Mediatize Me di*a*tize, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Mediatized}; p. pr. & vb. n. {Mediatizing}.] [Cf. F. m[ e]diatiser.] To cause to act through an agent or to hold a subordinate position; to annex; specifically applied to the annexation during the… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
Frederick I of Württemberg — Frederick I ( de. Friedrich I. Wilhelm Karl; November 6, 1754 ndash; October 30, 1816) was the first King of Württemberg. He was known for his size, 2.11 m (6 ft 11 in) and about 200 kg (441 lb/30 st 7 lb), which put him in contrast to Napoleon… … Wikipedia
Style (manner of address) — A style of office, or honorific, is a term which by tradition or law precedes a reference to a person who holds a post or title, or to the political office itself. An honorific can also be awarded to an individual in a personal capacity. Such… … Wikipedia
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