What is the College of Arms (UK)?

Introduction The College of Arms, or Heralds’ College, is a royal corporation consisting of professional officers of arms, with jurisdiction over England, Wales, Northern Ireland and some Commonwealth realms. The heralds are appointed by the British Sovereign and are delegated authority to act on behalf of the Crown in all matters of heraldry, the granting… Read More

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What is the Earl Marshal of the United Kingdom?

Introduction Earl Marshal (alternatively Marschal or Marischal) is a hereditary royal officeholder and chivalric title under the sovereign of the United Kingdom used in England (then, following the Act of Union 1800, in the United Kingdom). A Great Officer of State He is the eighth of the Great Officers of State in the United Kingdom,… Read More