Upper Class - United Kingdom

United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, the "upper class" traditionally comprised the aristocracy of "noble" families with hereditary titles. The vast majority of aristocratic families originated in the merchant class, and were ennobled between the 14th and 19th century. Since World War II, the term has come to encompass rich and powerful members of the managerial and professional classes as well.

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