some men have been knighted for non-military deeds (see Isaac Newton).
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{{stub}}A social position which began in the Middle ages. It is not inherited, but must be won by a great deed. However, only noble men could become knights.
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{{stub}}A social position which began in the Middle ages. It is not inherited, but must be won by a great deed. However, only noble men could become knights. In modern times, some men have been knighted for non-military deeds (see [[Isaac Newton]]).