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Encyclopedia > Papal chamberlain

Papal chamberlain (Cameriere di spada e cappa) is one of the highest honours that can be bestowed on a Catholic layman by the Pope, and is often given to members of noble families. It is mostly an honorary position, but a chamberlain serves the Pope for one week per year during official ceremonies. The Lords and Barons prove their Nobility by hanging their Banners and exposing their Coats-of-arms at the Windows of the Lodge of the Heralds. ...


Franz von Papen is probably the most famous modern chamberlain. Franz Joseph Hermann Michael Maria von Papen (29 October 1879 – 2 May 1969) was a German politician and diplomat. ...



 

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