Definition
A "knight banneret" was a medieval knight who was entitled to lead troops into battle under their own banner, rather than serving solely under another lord's command. This was a higher rank than a knight bachelor and signified significant military prowess and leadership. A knight banneret was typically rewarded for bravery or for bringing a substantial number of men to the king's service. Think of it as being promoted to a field commander, capable of leading their own forces. 🎖️