Jan 29, 2026
“You evidently do not know the Earl” [CHAS]
For modern audiences (particularly those not familiar with
British aristocracy), the titles of the nobility could be a bit
confusing. In the Sherlock Holmes stories, we find our fair share
of dukes, barons, and lords. But what about earls?
There are only a handful of earls in the Canon, so in this
episode, we spend a little time investigating the duties of earls
and what it is their female counterparts are called. So grab your
coronet! It's just a Trifle.
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Links
- Earl (Wikipedia)
- What Did an English Earl Actually Do? (History Facts)
- Coronet (YouTube)
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Music credits
Performers: Uncredited violinist, US Marine Chamber OrchestraPublisher Info.: Washington, DC: United States Marine Band.
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