When the Queen knights a man what does it actually entitle them too
2006-06-23 08:14:27 · 5 answers · asked by naa dedei 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Civic Participation
Absolutley nothing (generally).
There are several orders of knighthood, and with most of them the only benefit is being addressed as "Sir."
In some cases, someone who is knighted may be appointed to the house of lords, but this is seperate, and confers on its own.
2006-06-23 08:29:16 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
Apart from the obvious use of the prefix "Sir" (or can stick KBE on the end instead, but most use Sir), it allows the wife to use the prefix "Lady" (although their is no equivalent for husbands of Dames)
It also allows them to add supporters (the animals on the side) to the knight's coat of arms (as well as general sprucing up - family motto etc) if they so wish.
Apart from that, not much really. It's more an award for work with added prestige
2006-06-23 16:36:30 · answer #2 · answered by chrisjsaunders 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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