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German nobility

German nobility is a group of people who were born into high status families. These families have a long history of being wealthy and powerful and have a special place in German culture. Nobles have titles such as knight, baron, count, duke, and prince that show their rank. They usually own land, castles, and manors, which are large homes. Nobles used to have a lot of power and privileges like having the right to own land and special treatment from the government. Today, the nobility in Germany doesn't have as much power or privileges as before, but their families still carry prestige and respect in society.