Earl Marshal

British  

noun

1. an officer of the English peerage who presides over the College of Heralds and organizes royal processions and other important ceremonies

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Example Sentences

The current Earl Marshal, Edward Fitzalan-Howard, 18th Duke of Norfolk, is responsible for organizing major ceremonial state occasions, including the king's coronation.

From Salon • Apr. 5, 2023

The Earl Marshal, 65, is responsible for arranging state events such as the State Opening of Parliament and royal funerals as well as King Charles III's coronation.

From BBC • Sep. 26, 2022

He is accompanied by the Earl Marshal and other officials wearing traditional heraldic clothing.

From Reuters • Sep. 8, 2022

The 18th Duke of Norfolk, the Earl Marshal, will be in charge.

From The Guardian • Mar. 16, 2017

He was created Earl of Westmorland by Richard II., made Earl Marshal of England by Henry IV., present at the battle of Agincourt with Henry V., and died in the 4th of Henry VI.,

From Notes and Queries, Vol. IV, Number 100, September 27, 1851 A Medium of Inter-communication for Literary Men, Artists, Antiquaries, Genealogists, etc. by Various