Imperial Titles
These were the highest titles, usually limited to members of the imperial family or to a few very select foreign rulers, whose friendship the Emperor desired.
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Famous quotes containing the words imperial and/or titles:
“Insensibility, of all kinds, and on all occasions, most moves my imperial displeasure.”
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