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A thegn or thane was a nobleman who owned land and served the king or a lord in Anglo-Saxon England. The term also had different meanings in Scandinavia and Scotland, and evolved from the Old English word gesith, meaning companion or retainer.
A thane was a local administrator in eastern Scotland, equivalent to the son of an earl, who collected revenue and services from the estates under his control. The term thane was introduced by King David I in the 12th century, and later replaced by baron or regality.
Thane is the headquarters of Thane district in Maharashtra, India, and a part of the Mumbai Metropolitan Region. It has a population of over 2.5 million, a tropical monsoon climate, and a history of being a Maratha Empire stronghold and a British colonial outpost.
Macduff is a heroic character in Shakespeare's Macbeth who flees to England to join Malcolm, the son of King Duncan, and kills Macbeth. He is based on a historical King Duff of Scotland, who was murdered by Macbeth's ancestors, and his descendants became the Earls of Fife.
Banquo is a semi-historical character in Shakespeare's play Macbeth, who is an ally of Macbeth until he is murdered by him. His ghost appears to Macbeth at a feast, causing him alarm and suspicion.
Crínán of Dunkeld, also called Crinan the Thane (c. 975–1045), was the hereditary abbot of the monastery of Dunkeld, and perhaps the Mormaer of Atholl. Crínán was progenitor of the House of Dunkeld, the dynasty which would rule the Kingdom of Scotland until the later 13th century. He was the son-in-law of one king, and the father of another.
Learn about the governing body of the city of Thane in Maharashtra, India, its history, revenue sources, elections and mayors. Find out the list of political parties and seats in the corporation and the latest election results.
Beltane is a cultural and pagan celebration of the beginning of summer, held on 1 May or 1 November. Learn about its history, rituals, name, etymology and related festivals in Ireland, Scotland, Wales and Europe.