Prussian nobility

Prussian nobility was a social class within the Kingdom of Prussia, part of the larger German Empire, characterized by inherited titles and landownership. Nobles, or Junkers, held significant political, military, and economic influence, often serving as landowning elites and military officers. Their status was codified through laws and social privileges, reinforcing a hierarchical society. Nobility provided stability and leadership, especially in rural areas, and played a key role in Prussian and German state affairs until the early 20th century. While their influence waned after World War I, the roots of Prussian aristocracy shaped Germany’s social and political landscape for centuries.