What is one title excluding'Colonel' associated with Herschel?
Baronet
Knight
Prince
Chancellor
Answer
In addition to his military title of Colonel, Herschel also held the hereditary title of Baronet, which was bestowed upon him by King George III in 1816. This prestigious honor acknowledged Herschel's remarkable contributions to astronomy and science, further solidifying his status as a distinguished figure in his field.
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