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Directory
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Sovereign
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The Almanach of Würzburg
A Modern Chronicle of Dynastic and Noble Heritage
For centuries, chroniclers, heralds, and scholars have preserved the
memory of Europe’s royal and noble houses. From the monastic scribes
who first recorded the deeds of kings and princes to the heralds who
codified the language of arms, each generation has contributed to the
enduring story of civilization, lineage, and faith.
The Almanach of Würzburg stands within this venerable tradition.
Originating as a scholarly endeavor among nobles and clerics associated
with historic Würzburg—long a center of learning and ecclesiastical
governance—it was conceived as a modern continuation of earlier
registers that once documented the nobility of Christendom and beyond.
Unlike its predecessors, which were often shaped by political influence
or confined to particular realms, the Almanach of Würzburg embraces a
broader historical and cultural perspective. It records both reigning
and non-reigning sovereign houses, ancient dynasties, and modern
nobility—Christian and non-Christian alike—reflecting the continuity of
heritage rather than the accidents of temporal power.
Today, the Almanach serves not merely as a directory, but as a living
chronicle of lineage and legacy. Compiled from verified archival
sources, official genealogical records, and the contributions of
hereditary families themselves, it preserves for posterity the names,
titles, and arms that form part of our shared European patrimony.
Under the benevolent patronage of His Apostolic Highness, the Most Holy
Roman-Ruthenian Pope, and the auspices of the United Roman-Ruthenian
Church, the Almanach of Würzburg is published by the Pontifical
Georgian Press. It continues the historic duty of the learned
institutions of the Church: to safeguard memory, promote accuracy, and
honor the families—reigning or not—that have shaped the course of
Christian civilization.
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Almanach does not by itself constitute or imply endorsement by any
individual, government, or entity. Every reasonable effort is made to
ensure accuracy of the information contained within the Almanach.
Information is obtained either from the families contained herein or
public sources. It is ultimately the responsibility of each Head of
House within the Almanach of Würzburg to ensure its own
information is accurate and up to date using a distinct, authorised
access code. The Almanach operates under the condition of strict
neutrality and does not become involved in dynastic disputes,
arguments over validity or recognition, or other such disagreements.
The Almanach of
Würzburg is a publication of the Pontifical Georgian Press; a private, non-profit
organization not connected with the Federal Republic of
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