Landed Gentry

Landed gentry refers to a social class in England and some other countries, primarily during the 17th to 19th centuries. It comprises landowners who were not part of the nobility but still held significant wealth and influence due to their ownership of large estates. Members of the landed gentry often held local political power, participated in social events, and served in the military. They played a crucial role in rural society, contributing to agriculture and local governance while distinguishing themselves from the working class and the upper aristocracy.