The title of earl — the oldest noble rank in the British peerage system — dates back to the end of the early medieval era. | T he title of earl — the oldest noble rank in the British peerage system — dates back to the end of the early medieval era. Today, the role is mostly ceremonial, with few formal responsibilities. Yet during the Middle Ages, earls were powerful leaders who wielded considerable influence over their territories and the kingdom at large. Here are a few of the duties that English earls were once expected to manage. |
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