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mar 11 Learn More Paul McCartney Knighted
Paul McCartney was knighted on this day in 1997. Don't worry, Beatles fans. Sir Paul isn't going to have to charge into battle on his trusty steed and beat Queen Elizabeth's political rivals to death with his signature left-handed Höfner bass anytime soon. In fact, knighthood hasn't really had any military meaning since 1560. Now it's reserved for men and women who've made meaningful contributions to society. But listen—if modern-day knighthood ever does lead to actual fighting, our money's on Dame Judi Dench.
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