
Earl
Peerage Titles
Learn the order of British nobility titles to understand 'earl's' position in the hierarchy.

She studied the ranks: duke, marquess, earl, viscount, and baron.
Count Equivalent
'Earl' is equivalent to 'count' in many other European countries.

In European history classes, the term 'count' is often used instead of 'earl'.
Historical Context
Understanding British history helps grasp the significance and roles earls once had.

The earl was responsible for governing a portion of the kingdom in medieval times.
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AristocratCountDukeLordNoblemanPeerViscount
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