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Some British awards bestow knighthood, but I don't think you can call that nobility. These can be awarded to military or civilian recipients and are generally "for services rendered" A KCB might be awarded to a general or a brain sugeon, either would then become Sir but the title is subordinate to the rank or position. eg: General Sir Brian Horrocks, Doctor Sir John Tanner.
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Peter L
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